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The UK economy is expected to have shown minimal growth in May, with GDP predicted to have edged up by 0.1% after a 0.1% slip in April.

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The UK economy is expected to have shown minimal growth in May, with GDP predicted to have edged up by 0.1% after a 0.1% slip in April.
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Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:44:08 GMT · 2h 25m ago
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Why
The ongoing conflict in Iran is cited as a factor holding back economic growth.
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The UK economy is experiencing a period of stagnation, with limited growth projected for May. This slowdown is attributed, in part, to the geopolitical instability caused by the Iran conflict.

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