Construction Tender Price Inflation Forecasts Cut in South East and East Anglia
What happened
Cost consultant Gardiner + Theobald published its Autumn Market Update, revising its 2026 tender price inflation forecasts. The firm noted that London's forecast dropped to 3.5% from 3.75%. Additionally, the South East, South West, and East Anglia regions also experienced quarter-point cuts to their respective forecasts.
Why it matters
G&T stated that the market was becoming more selective rather than simply cheaper, noting that larger projects valued above £50m were struggling to secure a strong field of capable bidders. The report indicated that confidence in projects proceeding had deteriorated for many firms.
Economic indicators show firm house price growth contrasted with weak market conditions in specific regions, signaling impacts on market stability.
Who's involved
- South EastNational Resource Management Region of South Australia, affected by forecast cuts.
- East AngliaRegion of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, affected by forecast cuts.
- LondonCapital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom, affected by forecast cuts.
Possible ripples
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The entities involved
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South East
National Resource Management Region of South Australia
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East Anglia
region of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
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