"Key findings found that business volumes declined in the quarter to September at the fastest rate since June 2020 (weighted balance of -36% from -24% in June). However, firms expect volumes growth to make a strong recovery next quarter (+37%). Sentiment was broadly flat in the three months to September, following a sharp fall in June (+3 from -52% in June)."
"Average spreads fell at a fast rate in the quarter to September (-47% from -22% in June) but are expected to decline at a relatively slower pace over the next three months (-23%). The value of non-performing loans was broadly flat in the quarter to September (-1% from -20% in June) and is set to remain unchanged over the next quarter (0%). Profitability declined at a slower pace in the quarter to September compared to Q2 (-13% from -24% in June)."
Between 27 August and 15 September, business volumes declined in Q3 2025 at the fastest rate since June 2020 (weighted balance -36%). Firms expect volumes to recover strongly next quarter (+37%). Sentiment was broadly flat in the three months to September (+3). Average spreads fell sharply (-47%) and are expected to decline more slowly (-23%). Non-performing loans were broadly flat (-1%) and are set to remain unchanged (0%). Profitability declined less steeply (-13%) and is expected to rise (+26%). Headcount fell (-24%) and is expected to decline more slowly (-7%). IT investment is expected to increase over the next twelve months while capex on land, buildings and machinery is expected to fall to a lesser extent.
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