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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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Who
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What
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.
When
Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:44:08 GMT · 2h 19m ago
Where
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Why
The ongoing conflict in Iran is cited as a factor holding back economic growth.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
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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Verified Sources & Citations
- HIGHEvening Standardhttps://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/gdp-iran-deutsche-bank-office-for-national-statistics-israel-b1290090.html
- HIGHLBChttps://www.lbc.co.uk/article/f245c8b787214a2789546ea6ea15b8c2-5Hjdddp_2/
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