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IMF Upgrades UK Growth Forecast Amid Remaining Risks
The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its economic growth forecast for the United Kingdom. However, the IMF also cautioned about persistent risks, including political uncertainty and potential inflation increases.
18 May, 11:11 — 18 May, 13:20
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BBCHigh9d ago
UK growth forecast upgraded by IMF but risks remain
Growth has been upgraded from 0.8% to 1% for 2026 in the influential body's latest forecast.
Read full article →The IndependentMostly Factual9d ago
Iran war hit to UK growth less than feared but inflation still to rise – IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) updated its growth projections a month after warning of a sharp slowdown caused by the global energy shock.
By Anna Wise
Read full article →myjoyonlineMixed9d ago
UK growth forecast upgraded by IMF but risks remain
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its forecast for the UK's growth this year, but warned the Iran war and "domestic uncertainty" could hit the economy.
By Emmanuel Tetteh
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First report: The Independent · 18 May, 11:11|Full coverage: 4 · 2h|Window: 2h
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