GDP rebounded more quickly than expected in Q1 thanks to a rapid return to normality following last year’s virus disruptions. With consumer confidence on the mend and credit growth accelerating, there is still scope for a further pick-up in activity over the coming months. We now think official GDP growth will reach 6.0% this year.
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