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Scottish economy performs stronger than expected despite global challenges

THE Scottish economy has continued to demonstrate resilience despite a “challenging and uncertain” global environment, a report has found

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26

Scottish economy resilient despite uncertain global environment, report finds

The latest Fraser of Allander Institute quarterly economic commentary reflected a ‘stronger than expected’ economic performance.

Evening Standard · Jun 25

Government should say which capital projects will be scrapped – think tank

The Scottish Government will publish its infrastructure plan on Tuesday alongside the budget.

Evening Standard · Jan 9

Scottish economic recovery ‘a little ahead’ of UK

The Scottish Affairs Committee hears from economic experts about post-pandemic performance

Insider UK · Jun 27, 2023

Scottish economy 'a little ahead' of UK, expert tells MPs

THE Scottish economy is recovering “a little bit ahead” of the rest of the UK, but some sectors lag significantly behind, an economic expert has…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 26, 2023

No economic growth forecast until next year as outlook ‘exceedingly uncertain’

The Scottish economy is forecast to shrink by 0.7% in 2023.

The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023

‘Difficult’ times for households will continue in 2023

Scotland’s economy is predicted to shrink by 1% in 2023, before growing by 0.6% the following year

Insider UK · Feb 8, 2023

‘Worrying picture’ for retail and tourism services over price rises – survey

The UK and Scottish governments have been urged to offer more financial relief packages to businesses.

The Independent UK · Jan 19, 2023

Rising inflation weakens outlook for Scottish economic growth in 2023

The Scottish economy had shown healthy growth before contracting in April, but the cost of living crisis, inflation and interest rate rises are…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 30, 2022

Economics expert explains why inflation has reached a 40-year high

PRICES are continuing to rise at the fastest rate in 40 years, latest figures show.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 22, 2022