U.K. economic growth forecasts increased by CBI

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The Confederation of British Industry increased its expectations for U.K. economic expansion in year 2013 and 2014 as business and consumer confidence improve and credit conditions strengthens. CBI expects the economy to grow 1.2% this year and 2.3% next year, for comparison, previous prognosis were 1% and 2% projected in May.
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Mon, 19 Aug 2013 11:11:15 GMT

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