The Birmingham Economic Review 2025
The annual Birmingham Economic Review is produced by the City Region Economic Development Institute (City-REDI) at the University of Birmingham and the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce. It is an in-depth exploration of the economy of the United Kingdom’s second city and a high-quality resource for informing research, policy and investment decisions. Data and commentary were correct at the time of publishing (December 2025)
The Birmingham Economic Review 2025 arrives at a pivotal moment for our city-region. Amid global uncertainty and local challenges, the West Midlands continues to demonstrate resilience, creativity, and ambition.