UK unemployment jumps to 5% amid Iran war economic impact

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UK unemployment unexpectedly rose to 5% in March as the Iran war disrupted the economic recovery Chancellor Rachel Reeves anticipated for 2026. Weak pay growth compounds concerns about household pressures this year. GBP faces downward pressure as deteriorating labor market data signals potential monetary policy shifts. The combination of geopolitical tensions and domestic economic weakness creates uncertainty for sterling positioning.

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