Resource Library

WMCA Economic Monitor October 2026

A monthly economic impact monitor which gives an overview of key economic trends for the 7 local authorities within the WMCA and the wider region, looking at policy changes, economic shocks, and new business deals and investments.

Black Country Business Economic Impact Economy Insights West Midlands Combined Authority

WMCA Economic Dashboard

A dashboard showcasing an array of information relating to the economy of the WMCA

Business Economy People Places West Midlands West Midlands Combined Authority

WMCA Business Births and Deaths

This briefing provides an update on quarterly business births and deaths in the WMCA area

Business Insights West Midlands Combined Authority

Labour Demand & Occupational Shortages

Insights into what skills employers are seeking

Insights People West Midlands West Midlands Combined Authority

Earnings Briefing

This briefing provides an update on annual full-time earnings, the gender pay gap and low pay for the WMCA area.

Insights People West Midlands Combined Authority

Labour Market and Claimant Headline Figures

Insights into monthly labour market figures for the West Midlands region as well as the WMCA monthly claimant count

Insights People West Midlands West Midlands Combined Authority

WMCA Labour Market

This briefing provides an update on local labour market statistics

Insights People West Midlands Combined Authority

KS4 Performance and Destinations 2025/26

WMCA results for Attainment 8, percent of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs and destinations

Insights People West Midlands Combined Authority

West Midlands Insights on Society and Economy Newsletter

A monthly newsletter on the trends that matter to the West Midlands

Economy Insights West Midlands West Midlands Combined Authority

WMCA Factsheet

A factsheet covering key statistics on people, businesses, places and story for the WMCA area

Business Economy Insights People Places West Midlands Combined Authority