# UK factory output strengthens as US tariff turmoil subsides

New data shows UK manufacturing activity accelerated in recent months, driven by easing uncertainty over US trade tariffs. The rebound suggests reduced trade policy disruption is helping British exporters regain momentum.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/aug/03/uk-manufacturing-growth-donald-trump-tariff-us-iran) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:29:26 GMT