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    Midlands Engine Observatory – State of the Region 2024

    Produced by the Midlands Engine Observatory, the report delves into data across all aspects of the regional economy. It offers a clear, evidence-based picture of how the Midlands is performing in a pivotal year, marked by the arrival of a new Government.

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    State of the Region 2024 – Summary

    Produced by the Midlands Engine Observatory, the 2024 executive summary of the main report delves into data across all aspects of the regional economy. It offers a clear, evidence-based picture of how the Midlands is performing in a pivotal year, marked by the arrival of a new Government.

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    Regional Economic Impact Monitor – Edition 54

    The first Midlands Monitor of 2025 looks into the future outlooks and forecasts for the year ahead, with mixed messages for Midlands businesses. This month features a series of different works around disparities between places in the UK. As well as offering an initial glimpse into fresh insights...

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Asset classes – investable propositions

Regional Economic Impact Monitor – Edition 54

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    Regional Economic Impact Monitor overview with Professor Delma Dwight

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    Economic Briefing, December 2024

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    Place-based growth Economic Briefing, July 2024

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    Digital Technology - Economic Briefing, March 2024

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State of the Region 2024

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2024

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About us

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The first pan-regional Observatory in England, we are evidence led and have a deep understanding of the issues impacting the Midlands.