UK GDP grew 0.3% in June 2026, boosted by World Cup spending and warm weather, but Q2 growth slowed to 0.4% from 0.6% amid rising cost pressures.

Barclays recorded a rise consumer spending following England's run in the World Cup and a rise in confidence in the UK economy.

Britain's economy saw unexpected growth in June, with gross domestic product rising. The economy expanded by 0.4% during the second quarter, exceeding forecasts. Keir Starmer…