Day Headlines in Economy News: 2026-07-30
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US economic growth sees surprise slowdown in second quarter (BBC Economy 2026-07-30 14:24:41)
The economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter. -
Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates (BBC Economy 2026-07-30 14:01:19)
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war. -
US economic growth slows unexpectedly in second quarter (BBC Economy 2026-07-30 13:46:10)
The economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter. -
Interest rates held as Bank of England says inflation set to rise (BBC Economy 2026-07-30 11:47:55)
The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.