UK GDP grew by a stronger-than-expected 0.3% in November, marking a rebound from October's contraction and lifting hopes the economy may narrowly avoid a technical recession. Growth was driven by services and a 2.1% surge in manufacturing, aided by resumed car production post-Jaguar Land Rover's cyberattack. The positive data, the best monthly print since June, offers some relief amid geopolitical uncertainty, high borrowing costs and anticipation of tax rises. It also reduces the likelihood of an immediate interest rate cut by the Bank of England, with markets maintaining bets for a June cut. Sterling was steady following the release, with limited market reaction.