Perspective Economics is an independent economic research firm specialising in emerging technologies and complex sectors that traditional methods struggle to capture. We combine rigorous analytical expertise with transparent, industry-leading AI tools to help governments and businesses make better-informed decisions.
Our work goes beyond standard economic analysis. We define new sectors, build taxonomies from scratch, and quantify activity where no official statistics exist. We are trusted by government and industry to deliver the evidence that shapes policy, investment and decision-making.
We use modern methods and machine-driven analytics to gather and interpret evidence; providing insight that drives real-world decisions.
Our Services
We use data and industry-leading analytics, together with deep subject matter expertise to identify, define, measure and assess the economic activity and policy interventions that matter.
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Sector Studies & Market Research
Mapping and measuring emerging technology sectors
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Economic Impact Analysis
Quantifying contributions to growth, jobs and GVA
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Evaluation & Policy Support
Value for money assessments and policy evaluation
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Economic Strategy & Advice
Evidence-led guidance on policy and investment
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Data Science & Forecasting
Machine-driven analytics and predictive modelling
Sector Studies & Market Research
We use proprietary and open data sources alongside our own analytical tools to identify and measure economic sectors that sit outside conventional classification systems. Our work spans cyber security, artificial intelligence, semiconductors and other emerging technology sectors, as well as creative industries and advanced materials.
We quantify the economic contribution of sectors, programmes and institutions, covering revenue, employment, GVA, tax revenue and regional spillover effects. Our impact work has demonstrated the value of investment in innovation centres, the arts, med tech and higher education, helping clients make the case for continued and increased investment.
GVA AnalysisEmploymentTax RevenueRegional Impact
Evaluation & Policy Support
We help policymakers understand whether public interventions are delivering value. Our evaluation work covers cost-benefit analysis, formative and summative evaluations, and value for money assessments, all compliant with HM Treasury Green Book guidance. We work closely with government departments to make sure findings are actionable, not just filed.
Cost-BenefitValue for MoneyPolicy EvaluationLogic Models
Economic Strategy & Advice
We advise on strategic priorities, market positioning and investment decisions. Our strategy work draws on deep sectoral knowledge, particularly in digital and technology, combined with rigorous economic analysis. We've contributed to national strategies and help clients translate evidence into clear, defensible decisions.
We apply machine learning, natural language processing and large-scale web analysis to identify companies, classify activity and forecast sector growth. Our AI-augmented approach lets us map sectors with thousands of firms that traditional surveys would miss entirely, giving our clients a far more complete picture of the landscape.
No two projects are the same. We design bespoke analysis around each client's question, and we don't stop at the answer. We tease out new questions that help our clients improve how they deliver, invest, and work.
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Scope & Define
We agree on the research question, define the methodology and set out what the final output needs to achieve.
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Research & Analyse
Data collection through surveys, web analysis and open sources, followed by econometric modelling and analysis.
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Validate & Review
Findings are stress-tested by our team. We document every assumption and make our methodology fully transparent.
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Deliver & Advise
Publication-ready reports with clear recommendations. We present findings directly to stakeholders and support follow-up.
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Transparent AI, Credible Insight
We believe in the transformative potential of AI, but we're equally committed to its nuanced, transparent and ethical application. Our AI tools accelerate research and unlock patterns in complex data, but every finding is validated by experienced analysts who understand context, limitations, and real-world implications.
Partnership, Not Process
We work as an extension of your team. The directors you meet on day one are with you throughout, bringing unrivalled subject matter expertise, bespoke and curated datasets and a commitment to translating research into action.
Our Clients & Partners
Trusted By
Our Research
Please see below for some examples of our studies.
Sector Study
2025
For DSIT, with Ipsos
UK Cyber Security Sectoral Analysis 2025
Annual study identifying 2,165 cyber security firms across the UK. Sector revenue reached £13.2bn with 67,300 full-time employees.
Cyber Security Skills in the UK Labour Market 2025
Annual study of cyber workforce skills gaps and training. Estimates 143,000 cyber professionals in the UK; 49% of businesses still struggle with basic cyber tasks.
Mapped a semiconductor workforce of 27,245 individuals. Sector faces annual shortages of approximately 1,450 technical workers including 900+ in design roles.
Global safety tech landscape analysis. Sector investment exceeded all prior years with more than $1.1bn invested. Covers agentic AI, digital identity and cyber-physical safety.
Market dynamics, emerging technologies, evolving threats, global regulatory shifts and investment opportunities across the international safety tech sector.
Used AI techniques to identify approximately 2,300 companies in UK advanced materials. Contributed to the development of a comprehensive national strategy.
First-ever national materials innovation strategy. Projects doubling of materials-specific jobs by 2035, adding £4.4bn in GVA. Each materials job unlocks 12 additional jobs.
Examined business-arts partnerships across NI. 76% of businesses reported positive brand impact; 32% increase in footfall during arts events across 300+ organisations.
First major study of the UK AI labour market. Found 62% of AI firms had technical skills gaps, with recommendations for increasing workforce diversity.
We bring together economists, data scientists and researchers who are genuinely interested in how economies work. Our team covers a range of sectors including cyber security, AI, digital identity, creative industries and advanced materials, and we're always looking for people who can combine analytical rigour with clear writing.
We're based in Belfast but work with clients across the UK and Ireland. If you're the kind of person who gets excited about deep economic research or answering hard questions, we'd love to hear from you.
No current vacancies — register your interest via the contact details below.
Get in Touch
Have a project in mind? Get in touch and we'll get back to you.
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