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Why EY Warns a Blocked Shipping Route Could Shrink UK Output

3 August 2026 · in 80 words

Why EY Warns a Blocked Shipping Route Could Shrink UK Output

Inflation might hit 6.4% late in 2026 if the vital shipping route remains blocked. Accountants at EY warned on Monday that a lasting closure will cause a 0.2% drop in economic output during 2027. The Bank of England published a different outlook last week, predicting nearly 1% growth even with much higher oil and gas prices.

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