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UK Faces Largest Economic Downturn Amid Iran Conflict, OECD Warns

3/26/2026

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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) says the United Kingdom will face the largest downturn among developed nations due to the ongoing war in Iran.
The OECD revised the U.K.'s 2026 growth forecast to 0.7% and inflation to 4%.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the government's plan will protect households from rising costs.
The OECD urged targeted measures to support low-income households facing the highest energy burdens.

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The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) says the United Kingdom will face the largest downturn among developed nations due to the ongoing war in Iran.
The OECD revised the U.K.'s 2026 growth forecast to 0.7% and inflation to 4%.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves says the government's plan will protect households from rising costs.
The OECD urged targeted measures to support low-income households facing the highest energy burdens.