Publication dates revised for Decision Maker Panel and Agents' summary
The Bank of England has revised the publication dates for its Decision Maker Panel (DMP) data and Agents' summary of business conditions (ASBC). The change ensures these releases no longer coincide with the Monetary Policy Report (MPR) publication.
Aligning data releases with policy calendar
The Bank of England has adjusted the publication schedule for its key economic data releases, the Decision Maker Panel (DMP) and the Agents' summary of business conditions (ASBC).
This strategic change ensures that these important data points no longer coincide with the publication of the Monetary Policy Report (MPR), allowing for clearer communication and distinct focus on each release.
For months when the MPR is published, the DMP data will now be released on the Friday of the week preceding the MPR.
In all other months, the DMP publication day shifts from Thursday to Friday.
The Decision Maker Panel is a crucial monthly survey gathering insights from Chief Financial Officers across small, medium, and large UK businesses, providing timely intelligence on economic conditions and sentiment.
This adjustment aims to optimize the dissemination of economic intelligence and policy communications.
New schedule for Agents' summary and upcoming dates
The Agents' summary of business conditions (ASBC) will also shift its publication to the Friday in the week preceding the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) announcement, a change applicable to both MPR and non-MPR months.
The ASBC compiles intelligence from the Bank's Agents, providing qualitative insights considered by the MPC before its meetings.
These revised schedules are now in effect for the remainder of 2026.
For instance, the April 2026 DMP and ASBC data will be released on Friday, 24 April, followed by the May DMP on Friday, 5 June.
This new pattern ensures a consistent and predictable flow of economic information, distinct from major policy announcements.
Clarity over coincidence
This adjustment to publication schedules, while seemingly minor, significantly enhances the clarity of the Bank's communications.
By decoupling key data releases from major policy reports, the market can now better digest each piece of information independently.
This operational change subtly reinforces the distinct importance of both the underlying data and the policy decisions they inform.