Scotland’s economy grew by just 0.1% in the first three months of this year, official figures show.
The latest GDP statistics, revealed by the Scottish Government, compared to growth of 0.6% for the UK as a whole over the period January to March.
Output in the services sector, which makes up the bulk of Scotland’s economy, grew by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026, with the construction sector up 0.4%.
But the data showed the production sector shrank 0.5%, while the forestry and fishing sector contracted by 0.7%.
Monthly figures show Scotland’s GDP is estimated to have grown by 0.6% in March, but that followed contractions of 0.1% and 0.2% in January and February respectively.
Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn said: “It is encouraging to see Scotland’s GDP showing growth of 0.6% in March, after overall growth of 1.4% last year.”
He said this “demonstrates the resilience and strength of Scotland’s economic foundations”.
Mr Flynn added: “Delivering increased economic growth in Scotland is at the very heart of the Scottish Government’s agenda.
“This is why I will prioritise engagement with the business community to fully understand the environment it operates in, how we can help to ease pressures and maximise opportunities.”