Where have I said that Italy's possible banking crisis won't have any effect?? . I'll save you time, I haven't!..
Yes, the economy has out performed early forecasts. Economics is not an exact science, and never has been. However, the effects that have already hit the economy - mostly the drop in currency, will have the effect I stated. It really is just a matter of time before both manufacturers and retailers cannot or will not absorb additional costs, and pass them on to the consumer. Result? Inflation!.
What the UK economy does or does not do, viz a viz other economies is irrelevant.
The simple facts are, as was made clear by chancellor Hammond, are that Brexit has damaged the economy significantly. It will continue to damage the economy for the foreseeable future.
You started with the insults, pal, not me.