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The UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter between July and September 2026, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), marking its fastest quarterly rate since early 2024. This growth was largely driven by a surge in tech services linked to AI adoption and cloud computing, with computer programming and consultancy growing by 4.4%. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed the figures but acknowledged…
UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two years →7 articles from Evening Standard on this storyShadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith offers an analysis arguing that recent GDP growth is not a result of Labour's policies but rather a reflection of a mixed economic picture. While the UK saw a 0.7 per cent growth in Q3 of 2026, the author highlights that this was driven primarily by the tech and business services sectors—specifically the AI boom—rather than domestic sectors like construction, which shrank by 0.7 per…
Britain is growing in spite of Labour, not because of it →5 articles from City A.M. on this storyThis analysis argues that the UK economy is demonstrating unexpected resilience despite global energy disruptions and rising borrowing costs. The UK grew at a rate of 0.7% in the three months to September, significantly exceeding the 0.1% forecast and making it the second fastest-growing G7 economy after the US. The author attributes this "strikingly strong" performance to spending on AI and technology, a resilient…
Faisal Islam: Why the UK economy is surprisingly resilient →2 articles from BBC on this storyThis opinion piece argues that the 0.7 per cent economic growth recorded between July and September is a "cynical trick" rather than a sign of genuine prosperity. The author highlights that while public sector investment jumped by almost 14 per cent, business investment grew by only 0.4 per cent, suggesting the figures rely on extravagant government spending and a volatile AI sector. The piece critiques Chancellor…
DAILY MAIL COMMENT: There might be good news on the economy...but Labour's 'growth' is just a cynical trick →2 articles from Daily Mail on this storyThis analysis explores why the UK economy defied gloomy forecasts to grow by 0.7% in the third quarter, marking its fastest expansion in two and a half years. The report highlights that AI-related spending contributed approximately 0.3%-0.4% to GDP growth this year, with IT and professional services driving much of the momentum. While household consumption rose by 1.6% so far this year, the author warns that…
AI helped the UK defy expectations – but will Britain’s resilience fizzle out? →2 articles from The Guardian on this storyThe UK and Germany are both projected to exceed previous growth forecasts despite broader economic headwinds and stagnation in Europe. The UK reported its fastest quarterly growth in years due to AI-driven spending, consumer resilience against energy shocks, and a growing green energy industry. German experts project the economy will grow at more than twice the rate expected in the spring, driven by significant…
UK and Germany expected to beat growth forecasts →Analysis
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UK economic growth expected to have picked up amid AI and defence drive
FTSE 100 Live: Stocks to gain; economic growth tipped to speed up
UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two years
UK economy grows by 0.7 per cent as spending on AI and defence staves off cost-of-living slowdown
UK economy grows by 0.7% in third quarter despite high oil prices
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- 11 Nov
Economists are expecting to see growth pick up to 0.7% for the third quarter – between July and September – following growth of 0.5% in the second quarter.
- 12 Nov
The UK economy grew by 0.7 per cent between July and September, official data has shown, as spending held up in the face of a spike in energy prices caused by the Iran war.
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13 Nov Britain is growing in spite of Labour, not because of itShadow Chancellor Andrew Griffith offers an analysis arguing that recent GDP growth is not a result of Labour's policies but rather a reflection of a mixed economic picture. While the UK saw a 0.7 per cent growth in Q3 of 2026, the author highlights that this was driven primarily by the tech and business services sectors—specifically the AI boom—rather than domestic sectors like construction, which shrank by 0.7 per…City A.M.
13 Nov DAILY MAIL COMMENT: There might be good news on the economy...but Labour's 'growth' is just a cynical trickThis opinion piece argues that the 0.7 per cent economic growth recorded between July and September is a "cynical trick" rather than a sign of genuine prosperity. The author highlights that while public sector investment jumped by almost 14 per cent, business investment grew by only 0.4 per cent, suggesting the figures rely on extravagant government spending and a volatile AI sector. The piece critiques Chancellor…Daily Mail
12 Nov How Labour policy is determining the UK economy’s winners – and losersThe UK economy has exceeded expectations with 0.7% growth in the third quarter of the year, surpassing predictions of a slowdown. Labour’s industrial strategy, known as IS-8, has been credited for this growth, focusing on sectors like advanced manufacturing, clean energy, and digital technologies. However, critics argue that this growth is not organic and may be at the expense of other industries. Treasury ministers…City A.M.
12 Nov Faisal Islam: Why the UK economy is surprisingly resilientThis analysis argues that the UK economy is demonstrating unexpected resilience despite global energy disruptions and rising borrowing costs. The UK grew at a rate of 0.7% in the three months to September, significantly exceeding the 0.1% forecast and making it the second fastest-growing G7 economy after the US. The author attributes this "strikingly strong" performance to spending on AI and technology, a resilient…BBC
12 Nov AI helped the UK defy expectations – but will Britain’s resilience fizzle out?This analysis explores why the UK economy defied gloomy forecasts to grow by 0.7% in the third quarter, marking its fastest expansion in two and a half years. The report highlights that AI-related spending contributed approximately 0.3%-0.4% to GDP growth this year, with IT and professional services driving much of the momentum. While household consumption rose by 1.6% so far this year, the author warns that…The Guardian
12 Nov Consultancy leads UK growth as AI appetite surges amongst businessesIn the third quarter of 2026, the UK economy grew by 0.7%, with consultancy and computer programming industries contributing significantly to this growth at 4.4%. The surge in demand for AI and technology-related services from businesses has been a key driver. Tamzen Isacsson of the Management Consultancies Association highlighted that consultancy firms are seeing strong growth in fee income, driven by client demand…City A.M.
12 Nov UK and Germany expected to beat growth forecastsThe UK and Germany are both projected to exceed previous growth forecasts despite broader economic headwinds and stagnation in Europe. The UK reported its fastest quarterly growth in years due to AI-driven spending, consumer resilience against energy shocks, and a growing green energy industry. German experts project the economy will grow at more than twice the rate expected in the spring, driven by significant…Semafor
12 Nov UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two yearsThe UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter between July and September 2026, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), marking its fastest quarterly rate since early 2024. This growth was largely driven by a surge in tech services linked to AI adoption and cloud computing, with computer programming and consultancy growing by 4.4%. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed the figures but acknowledged…Evening Standard- 12 Nov UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two yearsThe UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter between July and September 2026, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), marking its fastest quarterly growth since early 2024. This surge was largely driven by a boost from tech services and AI adoption, with computer programming and consultancy seeing a 4.4% increase. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed these figures but acknowledged ongoing…Evening Standard
- 12 Nov UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two yearsThe UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter of 2026, marking its fastest quarterly rate since early 2024, according to the Office for National Statistics. This growth was largely driven by an increase in tech services and AI adoption, with computer programming and consultancy surging by 4.4%. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed the figures but emphasized ongoing efforts to reduce costs and support businesses…Evening Standard
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12 Nov Britain defies hit from Trump’s Iran war to grow economy, says Andy Burnham as GDP up 0.7%
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12 Nov UK economy grows by 0.7% in third quarter despite high oil pricesThe UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter, as predicted by financial analysts, despite high oil and gas prices following conflicts in the Middle East. The Office for National Statistics reported that economic growth was 0.2% in September but revised August's growth rate to zero from an initial estimate of 0.1%. Oil prices rose above $100 a barrel in September while natural gas prices were about three times…The Guardian
12 Nov UK economy grows at fastest quarterly rate in more than two yearsThe UK economy grew by 0.7% in the third quarter of 2024, marking the fastest quarterly growth since early 2024, according to data from the Office for National Statistics. This increase follows a previous second-quarter growth of 0.5%, with tech services and AI adoption contributing significantly to this surge. Prime Minister Andy Burnham welcomed these figures as positive indicators for the future despite global…Evening Standard
12 Nov UK economy grows by 0.7 per cent as spending on AI and defence staves off cost-of-living slowdownThe UK economy grew by 0.7 percent from July to September, accelerating from a 0.5 percent growth in the second quarter, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics. This uptick was driven largely by increased business investment in technology, infrastructure, and defense, which helped mitigate the economic drag caused by higher energy prices due to the conflict with Iran. Chancellor John…Daily Mail
12 Nov UK economy grows at fastest rate for more than two yearsThe UK economy grew by 0.7% between July and September, marking its fastest growth rate in over two years, according to official data. This acceleration indicates a more resilient consumer sector than previously anticipated during the summer months.BBC
12 Nov UK economy grows 0.7 per cent as AI boom lifts business investmentThe UK economy grew by 0.7 percent between July and September 2026, surpassing initial forecasts due to robust spending despite high energy prices from conflicts in the Middle East. The Office for National Statistics highlighted that growth was largely driven by a strong services sector fueled by AI-related investment, with computer programming experiencing its fastest growth in three years. Economists revised up…City A.M.
12 Nov FTSE 100 Live: Stocks to gain; economic growth tipped to speed upCity AM’s FTSE 100 live blog reports that UK stocks are expected to rise today, continuing a trend from Tuesday where the FTSE 100 increased by 0.8 percent as tech stock pressures eased globally. The Office for National Statistics is scheduled to release data suggesting UK economic growth accelerated from 0.5 to 0.7 percent in Q3 this year. The blog also highlights several business headlines, including Poundland’s…City A.M.
12 Nov UK economic growth expected to have picked up amid AI and defence driveThe UK economy is expected to have grown by 0.7% in the third quarter (July-September), up from 0.5% growth in the second quarter. This uptick is attributed to increased business investment in technology and defense, particularly artificial intelligence and cloud computing, which has helped counteract economic pressures due to high energy costs. Sanjay Raja of Deutsche Bank highlights sectors like data centers, IT…Evening Standard
11 Nov UK economic growth expected to have picked up amid AI and defence driveUK economic growth is projected to increase to 0.7% in the third quarter of 2026, up from 0.5% in the previous quarter, driven by spending on AI and defense. Business investment in technology, infrastructure, and defense has become a significant contributor to GDP, with sectors like data centers, IT, and aircraft seeing heightened activity. Sanjay Raja of Deutsche Bank notes that despite higher energy costs…Evening Standard
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