Historical trend
Trend summary
Business investment was £77bn in 2026-Q1, up from £76bn in 2025-Q4.
Trend
- Over the available record (1997-Q1–2026-Q1), it has ranged from £38bn in 1997-Q1 to £79bn in 2025-Q3.
- The latest reading is above the record average of £57bn.
Context
- ONS business investment data excludes government investment and dwellings; it covers tangible and intangible assets.
- Quarterly figures are volatile and subject to significant revision.
Generated from the published series — describes direction, magnitude and range only, with no editorial judgement or forecasts.