16.04.202606:00:00UTC+00UK Monthly GDP Growth Accelerates to 0.5% in February, Signalling Stronger Momentum

The United Kingdom’s economy showed improving momentum in early 2026, with the Monthly GDP 3M/3M change rising to 0.5% in February, up from 0.2% in January 2026. The latest figures, updated on 16 April 2026, suggest that growth has picked up pace over the three months to February.

This acceleration in the three‑month growth rate indicates that activity has strengthened compared with the start of the year. The move from 0.2% to 0.5% points to a more robust underlying trend, as the rolling three‑month measure smooths out short‑term volatility in monthly output.

While the data set does not break down sector contributions, the improvement in the headline Monthly GDP 3M/3M indicator for February 2026 is likely to be read by markets and policymakers as a sign that the UK economy is gaining traction after a weaker patch, with attention now turning to whether this momentum can be sustained in subsequent releases.