UK economy grows by 0.4% in July as AI services drive unexpected expansion
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UK economy grows by 0.4% in July as AI services drive unexpected expansion

11 Sep 2026 · Originally published 11 Sep 2026 8/10 Original headline: UK economy defies forecasts with surprise 0.4% growth in July
The UK economy saw an unexpected 0.4% increase in GDP during July, surpassing forecasts of zero growth. This expansion was largely driven by the services sector, where rapid development in artificial intelligence and cloud computing helped offset broader economic pressures.
Source: The Guardian UK National
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