This indicator measures the annual percentage change in the total value of all goods and services produced in the UK economy.
Releases at
08:00
Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 08:00
GDP growth is a broad measure of economic health and activity, influencing central bank policy decisions such as interest rates.
Investors watch GDP closely as it signals the strength or weakness of the economy, affecting currency value and stock market performance.
Stronger GDP growth can lead to expectations of tighter monetary policy, while weaker growth may prompt stimulus measures.
May boost the British pound and UK stocks due to optimism about economic strength and potential rate hikes.
May weaken the British pound and UK equities as it raises concerns about economic slowdown and possible monetary easing.
Markets may show limited reaction, as the data confirms current economic outlooks.