LONDON DAILY ARCHIVE

UK Economy Grew 0.6 Percent in Q1 2026 but Business Sentiment Weakens Over Geopolitical Risks

UK Finance data shows the economy expanded by 0.6 percent in the first quarter of 2026, although concerns are rising that the Middle East conflict is beginning to weigh on SME confidence and broader investment appetite.

25 June 2026 · 08:15 UTC