UK economy grows 0.1% in August, with annual growth at 2.1%
The ONS estimates UK GDP rose 0.1% in August 2026, after growth of 0.4% in July. Annual growth of 2.1% is the highest since August 2022, and production rose 0.8% on the month.
The Office for National Statistics estimated on 15 October 2026 that UK gross domestic product grew 0.1% in August. Growth in July was 0.4%, and the three months to August were 0.7% higher than the three months to May.
The detail
- Annual growth: GDP was 2.1% higher than in August 2025, the highest annual rate since August 2022, according to the ONS
- Production: up 0.8% on the month
- Services: no growth on the month
- Three months to August: up 0.7% on the three months to May
Reading it
Production drove the month, while services were flat. Monthly GDP is an early estimate and is revised in later releases, which is why the three-month figure is often used to smooth out one-off movements.
For the quarterly picture, see the second-quarter revision and July's monthly estimate. For the consumer side, see UK retail sales for September. Live prices: GBP/USD.
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Common questions
How much did UK GDP grow in August 2026?
The ONS estimates growth of 0.1% on the month, after 0.4% growth in July.
How much higher was UK GDP than a year earlier?
GDP was 2.1% higher than in August 2025, the highest annual rate since August 2022.
Are monthly GDP estimates revised?
Yes. The ONS estimates are early and are revised in later releases as more data arrive.
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