UK Index of Services: May 2025

UK Index of Services Source
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UK services output rose +0.1% MoM in May 2025, following a -0.3% decline in April and a +0.4% gain in March. Over the three months to May, services output increased +0.4%.

  • 10 of 14 sectors grew MoM, led by information & communication (+2.0%) and legal services (+6.1%).
  • Computer programming and consultancy rose +3.0% MoM, contributing positively.
  • Wholesale & retail trade fell -1.5% MoM, with retail trade down -2.7%, the largest drag.
  • In the 3-month period, admin & support services saw the strongest gain (+3.2%), driving overall growth.