Quilter says UK annual GDP growth beats expectations at 2.1%

By Public Technologies
  • Quilter Cheviot’s Jonathan Raymond highlighted stronger-than-expected UK annual GDP growth of 2.1% in analysis published October 15, 2026.
  • Monthly GDP growth slowed to 0.1% in August from 0.4% in July; three-month growth remained above forecasts.
  • The IMF raised its UK growth forecast for 2026, citing the country’s deficit reduction program.
  • Resilient GDP figures reduce pressure on the Bank of England to rush interest-rate decisions as it balances inflation against growth.
  • Market attention centers on the Budget in less than two weeks, with the fiscal position remaining a concern.


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