UK Economy Logs Better-Than-Expected Growth in August
UK economic growth in August defied expectations of a moderate contraction, as industrial production growth offset a decline in construction, the Office for National Statistics said.
LONDON (dpa-AFX) - The UK economy grew 0.1 percent in August compared with the previous month, the Office for National Statistics said Thursday. The modest expansion was contrary to expectations for a moderate contraction, as stronger industrial production offset a decline in construction.