Daily Market Updates: UK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

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UK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

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The U.K. is grappling with a cost-of-living crisis sparked by sticky inflation and surging energy costs.

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CNBC EconomyUK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

CNBC EconomyUK economy grew 0.1% in August, beating expectations

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