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UK company failures rose 30% in February 2026, driven by inflation and the Iran conflict, with major closures threatening 682 jobs.
Company failures in the UK rose 30% in February year-on-year to 146 administrations, continuing a trend from January, with overall insolvencies up 7% from January but 7% lower than a year earlier.
Experts warn rising costs from the Iran conflict, including higher oil prices and inflation, could push more businesses into collapse, especially in energy-intensive or low-margin sectors like hospitality, retail, and construction.
High-profile closures include TGI Fridays, Claire’s, The Revel Collective, and NCP, which put 682 jobs at risk.
Creditors’ voluntary liquidations rose 11% month-on-month, and company voluntary arrangements increased from seven to ten.
Business leaders are delaying investments due to economic uncertainty, increasing financial strain and likely leading to more insolvencies in 2026.
Las quiebras de empresas del Reino Unido aumentaron un 30% en febrero de 2026, impulsadas por la inflación y el conflicto con Irán, con importantes cierres que amenazaron 682 empleos.