# #217 UK's political risk could affect interest rate outlook, plus, what are the economic effects of rain?

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Podcast: [Handelsbanken Insights Economic Update](https://stenobird.com/podcast/handelsbanken-insights-economic-update-3582626)
Published: 2026-02-16T13:55:09+00:00
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## Resource

James Sproule and Daniel Mahoney review the latest GDP figures, and Dan shares the findings of our new research looking at how political uncertainty in the UK could hit the outlook for interest rates. Plus, why bad weather can rain on the UK economy. All in under 15 minutes. 💡 Read our report: " UK political risk moves from help to hindrance "

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