UK Economy Grows 0.4% in July, Outpacing Expectations

The UK's economy grew by 0.4% in July, exceeding economists' predictions of no growth, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This growth was supported by a strong performance in the services sector, particularly in computer programming. July's expansion follows a growth of 0.3% in June and zero growth in May. While this positive figure indicates resilience amid global challenges, experts warn that high energy prices may soon impact household budgets and overall economic growth.