UK GDP YoY (Jan) Y/Y 0.8% vs. Exp. 0.9% (Prev. 0.7%, Low. 0.8%, High. 1.0%)

UK GDP YoY (Jan) Y/Y 0.8% vs. Exp. 0.9% (Prev. 0.7%, Low. 0.8%, High. 1.0%)

The UK GDP YoY for January came in at 0.8%, slightly below expectations of 0.9%. This modest miss, while still an improvement from the previous 0.7%, may indicate slowing growth momentum, potentially affecting BoE policy considerations. Such data could weigh on GBP as markets assess implications for interest rates and overall economic outlook.