

Market Analysis
In early 2024, Britain's economic recovery showed a sudden slowdown in April, marked by significant declines in industrial and construction output, presenting further challenges for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak ahead of the upcoming July 4 election.
According to the Office for National Statistics, gross domestic product remained stagnant in April following a 0.4% increase in March, contrary to expectations from a Reuters poll of economists which had anticipated no growth.
This data release follows recent labor market reports indicating a decrease in employment alongside rising unemployment rates, despite robust wage growth.
Rachel Reeves, potential finance minister under a Labour Party victory, used the figures to criticize Sunak's campaign narrative, stating, "Rishi Sunak claims progress, but these numbers show economic stagnation with no growth."
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