The article discusses The Independent's commitment to journalistic integrity and accessibility amid critical social issues such as reproductive rights and economic challenges in the UK. The IMF indicates that despite trade tensions related to planned US tariffs, the UK’s GDP growth forecast has improved to 1.2% for this year, up from 1.1% in April. Nonetheless, these trade tensions pose risks of reduced growth due to uncertainty affecting supply chains and partner economies, illustrating the delicate balance of global economics at play.
The IMF warns that trade tensions from US tariffs may dampen UK economic growth. Despite this, it has revised growth forecasts for the UK upwards.
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UK GDP is projected to rise by 1.2% this year, a revision up from April's 1.1%. The IMF expects 1.4% growth in 2026, maintaining previous estimates.
Despite an economic recovery indicated by the IMF, US trade tensions are expected to adversely affect growth, introducing risks to supply chains and overall economic activity.
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