UK’s economy shrinks more than expected, Trump’s trade war hits it hard

UK’s economy shrinks more than expected, Trump’s trade war hits it hard

National Statistics revealed that the UK economy contracted by 0.3 per cent in April, marking the worst monthly drop since October 2023

Cargo is loaded onto the container ship MH Perseus, following its arrival from New Orleans, U.S., at the Port of Southampton, Southampton, Britain, April 3, 2025. Source: Reuters