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UK economy saw zero growth in January ahead of Iran war

UK economy saw zero growth in January ahead of Iran war

Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year.

March 13, 2026 at 08:35 AM Original source
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Notable Quotes

"The longer the war lasts, the more likely it is that there will be an effect on the UK economy."

— Sir Keir Starmer , Politician

"Our economic plan is the right one, but I know there is more to do."

— Rachel Reeves , Politician

"Labour's 'economic mismanagement' had left the UK vulnerable to the Iran war's potential ramifications."

— Sir Mel Stride , Politician

"The UK economy started the year on the back foot and activity is expected to weaken further amid sharply rising energy prices."

— Yael Selfin , Executive

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UK economy saw zero growth in January ahead of Iran war
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Analysts had been expecting 0.2% growth for the UK economy at the beginning of the year.

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