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IMF forecasts modest UK growth as Middle East tensions cloud the horizon

IMF concludes 2026 UK Article IV Consultation projecting 1.0 percent GDP growth for the year, revised up from 0.8 percent.

Rosie White

16 JUL · 4 min read

IMF projects UK GDP growth at 1% for 2026 in July update

IMF July 2026 update forecasts UK GDP growth of 1.0% for 2026, a 0.2 point cut from April, and 1.3% for 2027.

Rosie White

11 JUL · 3 min read

Modest growth upgrade shows why Britain must choose enterprise over endless spending

The IMF now projects UK GDP growth of 1.0 per cent for 2026, an increase from its April forecast, placing Britain third in the G7 behind the United States and Canada.

Florence Baker

11 JUL · 3 min read