UK Economy Surprises with 0.4% Growth in July

The UK economy experienced a surprise boost in July 2026, expanding by 0.4% according to the Office for National Statistics.

This growth exceeded economists' forecasts, which had predicted no change from June's level of GDP.

Over the first half of 2026, Britain's economy expanded by 1%, outpacing other G7 countries. However, some analysts believe this may be due to seasonal effects that have not been fully adjusted for.