Global Growth Report 2025

Unlocking West Midlands’ international potential

The Global Growth Report 2025 showcases how the West Midlands is powering UK exports and creating opportunities for businesses of every size to thrive on the global stage.

In 2024, the region exported £35.2 billion in goods, 10% of the UK’s total exports, with growth outpacing the national average. From automotive and advanced engineering to digital services and health tech, West Midlands firms are leading innovation worldwide.

But this success is only the beginning. With new trade deals, rapidly expanding global markets, and tailored export support, there has never been a better time for businesses to scale internationally.

Inside the report:

• Export trends and data (2020–2025) across sectors and regions

• Market insights into the EU, USA, India, China, the Middle East, and beyond

• Case studies of West Midlands businesses breaking into new markets

• The role of inward investment and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in driving growth

Whether you’re an established exporter or just starting your journey, this report gives you the insights, context, and inspiration to succeed in international markets.

Read the full Global Growth Report 2025 today and discover how your business can be part of the West Midlands’ global success story.

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*Provided by Business Growth West Midlands (BGWM), the project is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), and delivered by Coventry & Warwickshire, Black Country, and Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce.