UK Builders Hit by Surging Costs of Fuel and Materials as Output Drops

UK builders hit by surging costs of fuel and materials as output drops

The S&P Global UK construction PMI showed a reading of 39.7 in April, down from 45.6 in March.

UK Construction Slump Gets Worse as Cost Pressures Intensify

(Bloomberg) — British builders posted the largest decline in output since November as the Iran war pushed up input prices and discouraged sales.

UK builders hit by sharp slowdown as Iran conflict drives up costs - London Business News

UK construction firms suffered a steep fall in activity last month as surging costs and global instability pushed the sector into its weakest position for months, according to closely watched… The post UK builders hit by sharp slowdown as Iran conflict drives up costs appeared first on London Business News

April Saw Sharpest Decline in 2026 Construction Output

Read the latest magazine April Saw Sharpest Decline in 2026 Construction Output New business falls markedly in April   Input cost inflation strongest since June 2022   Suppliers’ delivery times lengthen to greatest extent for just over three years 7 May 2026 Industry News 7 May 2026 April data highlighted another challenging month for the UK construction sector as business activity decreased and cost inflation intensified. The headline sea…