Business News Wales

5 May 2026

Welsh Business Confidence Rises in April as Firms’ Optimism about Wider UK Economy Grows

Business confidence in Wales rose eight points during April to 38%, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds. Companies in Wales reported unchanged confidence in their own trading outlook month-on-month at 46%.

Welsh Business Confidence Rises in April as Firms’ Optimism about Wider UK Economy Grows

7 Steel UK Calls for Action to Secure the Future of Welsh Steelmaking

Tumptonics Wins Heathrow World of Opportunity Grant

Wynnstay Group Appoints Kevin O’Leary as Managing Director, Arable and Manufacturing

Anglesey Rum Co Wins Gold at International Competition

North Wales Arts Centre Boss Urges Backing for School Education Visits

Cornerstone Finance Group Appoints People and Operations Manager

Business News Wales Podcasts Specials

Welsh Business Confidence Rises in April as Firms’ Optimism about Wider UK Economy Grows

Marine Monitoring Business Secures Investment to Scale AI-led Technology for Offshore Renewables

Marine Monitoring Business Secures Investment to Scale AI-led Technology for Offshore Renewables

‘Crucial Window’ For Action as Inflation Rises, Food and Hospitality Sectors Warn

Next Welsh Government ‘Must Invest in Housing Workforce at Breaking Point’

Marine Monitoring Business Secures Investment to Scale AI-led Technology for Offshore Renewables

‘Over-Reliance on Major Developers is Holding Back Wales’ Housing Supply’

Alumni Network ‘More Important Than Ever in AI Age’, Cardiff Business Club Hears

North Wales Business Leaders Throw Support Behind 2040 Olympic Plan

Rib Ride Adventure Boat Tours Secures Backing to Expand Year-Round Marine Tourism Offer

Alumni Network ‘More Important Than Ever in AI Age’, Cardiff Business Club Hears

CSA Catapult Highlights Successes for 2024-25

New Ownership Secures Future of Swansea Home Care Provider

Marine Monitoring Business Secures Investment to Scale AI-led Technology for Offshore Renewables