Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Solihull within top 10 of locations with the strongest business growth potential for 2026
Solihull has emerged as one of the UK’s top locations for business growth potential, with over 1,400 businesses expected to grow by 20% in the coming year. The local area is one of the top 10 areas identified by Growth Flag as having the strongest business growth potential for 2026.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Aberdeen among top 10 locations for business growth potential in 2026
Find out more about Aberdeen's ranking in Growth Outlook 26, as the local authority comes within the top 10 of all UK local authorities for the strongest business growth potential in 2026.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Perth and Kinross named top location with the strongest business growth potential for 2026
Perth and Kinross has been named the top location in the UK with the strongest business growth potential for a second year in a row. In an article for Growth Outlook 26, we reflect on the key factors driving success in the region.
Monday, January 19, 2026
Unlocking Insights for the Year Ahead: Launching Growth Outlook 26
This week, we launch Growth Outlook 26 – our comprehensive analysis of business growth potential across the UK in the year ahead. In this article, we look at why growth potential data is so important in 2026, and what the report will highlight.
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Why employer engagement needs to be more targeted and data led
Employer engagement comes up in almost every conversation about skills, growth, and productivity. Everyone agrees it matters. Where it often falls is how it is done.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Innovation and ambition found in the North's High Growth 50
The most ambitious mid-market companies in the North have increased turnover by an average of 105% over the past three years, according to analysis using Growth Flag’s data analytics platform.
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
The IS-8 Sectors: what does the new Industrial Strategy mean for local places?
The UK's new Modern Industrial Strategy focuses on eight key sectors for driving future growth, known as the IS-8. Find out more about the sectors and learn how Growth Flag has analysed the sectors and growth potential within them throughout the UK.
Monday, June 23, 2025
Key Announcements from the UK's Modern Industrial Strategy
A summary of some of the key announcements from the newly released Industrial Strategy.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Business Growth West Midlands Leverages Growth Flag for Targeted Business Support
Business Growth West Midlands used Growth Flag to identify and target high-growth businesses, shifting to a proactive support approach. By integrating Growth Flag data into Dynamics 365, they are enhancing outreach, segmentation, and marketing efforts to better support businesses across the region.
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Cheshire West and Chester Council Uses Growth Flag to Drive Business Engagement
Cheshire West and Chester Council’s Business Growth Team uses Growth Flag to identify and engage high-growth businesses aligned with UKSPF goals. By integrating data into their CRM, they are reaching previously uncontacted businesses in key locations, enhancing outreach and programme engagement.