This weekl economic commentary highlights the latest trends in the UK and US economies, focusing on growth and inflation. Contributors include the NatWest Chief Economist team. Key insights include:
- UK GDP grew by 0.2% in August, driven by manufacturing and construction rebounds, with a positive outlook for the coming months.
- UK house prices rose for the third consecutive month, supported by wage growth and falling interest rates.
- In the US, inflation remains a mixed picture, with core inflation ticking up to 3.3%.
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