The UK economy recorded stronger-than-expected growth in November, expanding by 0.3% and exceeding forecasts of 0.1%. The rebound, after a contraction in October, was driven largely by renewed industrial output and growth in the services sector. A key contributor was the recovery of car production, particularly at Jaguar Land Rover, after a cyber-attack had halted manufacturing for a significant time. Services also benefited from increased activity around the November Budget, including accounting and tax consultancy. Economists welcomed the data but warned that underlying growth remains fragile and uneven, with construction output falling sharply due to adverse weather conditions. While business investment and government spending may support growth in the months ahead, analysts remain divided over whether November represents genuine momentum or merely a temporary rebound. The figures underscore the importance of stable leadership, responsible policy decisions, and long-term investment to sustain recovery amid ongoing cost-of-living pressures and global uncertainty.
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
Written by David Fletcher 16 Jan 2026
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