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UK Economy Expands Slightly in May
16 Jul
Summary
- Official data indicates the UK economy grew by 0.1% in May.
- This growth matches economists' predictions for the month.
- The report was released on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
The economy of Britain registered a growth of 0.1% in May. This figure was confirmed by official data released on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Forecasting analysts, who were surveyed by Reuters, had largely anticipated this precise level of expansion. Their consensus predicted a 0.1% month-on-month increase in the nation's gross domestic product for May. The data suggests a period of gradual economic activity.
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