U.K. economy jumps on consumer spending

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Source: Bloomberg
Economic growth in the United Kingdom climbed to 0.8% in the first quarter of this year, in line with the preliminary estimations. Consumer spending increased 0.8% and added 0.5% to the overall GDP advance. Thefore, country's economy surges for the 10th consecutive quarter. At the same time, exports decreased 1% in Q1, while imports shrank 1.1%. Government spending added 0.1%.
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