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Bristol’s economic landscape is marked by a diverse range of sectors, with a notable emphasis on professional, scientific, and technical activities. The city has experienced substantial business growth, evident in the number of employees and new companies emerging in recent years. This report delves into the key economic indicators, such as employment, business growth, sector dynamics, and company trends, to provide a comprehensive view of Bristol’s economic health.

Brighton and Hove’s economic landscape shows a dynamic mix of sectors, with a significant presence in information and communication, professional, scientific and technical activities, and real estate. The city’s total employment stands at 155,197, with recent data indicating 760 employee raisers, suggesting a healthy trend in job growth. Notably, the city has not experienced any IPOs recently, but there is a noticeable growth in employee numbers, marked by a 7.15% increase. The presence of 99 scaleups and a substantial number of new companies (6,315 in the last two years) highlight an environment conducive to business growth and entrepreneurial activity.

Bridgend showcases a diverse economic profile with significant activities in wholesale, retail trade, professional services, and construction. Despite not witnessing any IPOs, the city has seen a healthy growth in employment and businesses, particularly in scale-ups. The presence of SMEs and companies with foreign parentage indicates a robust, interconnected business environment. Gender diversity in leadership positions, however, remains an area for improvement.

Brentwood showcases a dynamic economic landscape with a strong presence in the construction and professional sectors. With 53,309 employees and notable growth in employee numbers, Brentwood’s economy is evidently thriving. The diverse sector presence, from construction to tech, and a healthy balance in company demographics indicate a robust and evolving business environment.

Brent’s economic landscape is dynamic, reflected by its substantial workforce of 149,787 employees and a diverse range of sectors. Key industries include wholesale and retail trade, construction, real estate, and technical activities. Notably, the city has a significant number of new companies (6,019 in the last two years), indicating a vibrant entrepreneurial environment. However, the city faces challenges with business continuity, as indicated by the number of company cessations (4,633).

Breckland’s economic landscape is characterised by a diverse range of sectors, with a notable presence in Construction, Professional, Scientific, and Technical Activities, and Trade. The region has a total of 32,589 employees, indicating a vibrant labor market. A modest number of company raisers and a single IPO highlight a growing, albeit cautious, business environment. Gender representation in founding and directorial roles shows a male dominance, with female representation lagging behind. The age distribution of directors suggests experienced leadership, with a significant proportion over 40 years.