Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker August 2026
August’s Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker insights briefing brings your new data alongside reflections from Worldpanel by Numerator and CEBR on behalf of Asda's Income Tracker.
The David Hume Institute's quarterly insights briefing provides insight into the Scottish economy and buying intentions with the latest results from the David Hume Institute's Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker produced in conjunction with the Diffley Partnership, accompanied with reflections from a fantastic panel.
The Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker data was presented by Scott Edgar of the Diffley Partnership. The survey helps us to understand and monitor economic attitudes and public opinion.
We will then heard reflections from Sam Miley of Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr)on behalf of Asda's Income Tracker and Lesley Ann Gray from Worldpanel by Numerator who analyse consumer baskets across Scotland.
After the reflections, there were audience questions and further discussion
The event was kindly supported by ASDA and the University of Edinburgh Business School.
About the speakers:
Scott Edgar, Senior Research Manager, The Diffley Partnership
Scott joined the Diffley Partnership following previous roles in social research in the Electoral Commission and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Since joining the business he has managed a wide range of research projects including two of Diffley Partnership’s regular quarterly surveys in Understanding Scotland and Understanding Business. Scott has significant expertise in statistical data analysis, research design, management of research projects and communication and has worked on several high profile and high impact projects. He has a degree in Political Research from the University of Strathclyde.
Sam Miley is Head of Forecasting and Thought Leadership at the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr). Based in London, he specialises in macroeconomic forecasting, economic impact assessments, and analysing consumer finances, frequently providing expert commentary in financial media. Cebr undertake regular tracking research for supermarket chain Asda.
Lesley Ann Gray is Strategic Insight Director for Scotland at Worldpanel by Numerator who provide brands and retailers with a unique, 360-degree understanding of consumer behaviour around the world. You may remember Lesley Ann shared insights from the baskets of Scottish consumers this time last year and we are delighted to welcome her back again.
