Barclays has revised its UK GDP growth forecast in the first quarter (Q1) up to 0.7%, following the release of optimistic economic data for February. The increase was caused by a significant rise in US export volumes by companies attempting to avoid future duties.
According to a recent Deloitte’s survey conducted March 18–31, major UK companies adopted a defensive stance ahead of US President Donald Trump’s April 2 tariff announcement. They focused on boosting cash flow, cutting costs, and reducing borrowing.
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The UK economy registered its strongest growth in nearly a year during February. This followed January's stagnant period, when figures were revised upward from an estimated 0.1% decline to zero growth. GDP expanded by 0.5%, significantly outpacing economists' 0.1% rise forecast.
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