Economy

Euro Zone Retail Sales Fall In September, Exposing Weak Consumer Demand

Euro zone retail sales fell roughly in line with expectations in September, latest data showed, highlighting weak consumer demand and the prospect of reces...

German Consumer Sentiment Deteriorates In November: HDE

Consumer sentiment in Germany fell noticeably in November for the first time in twelve months following some stabilisation in the economy, according to the...

UK Shop Price Inflation At Lowest Since August 2022: BRC

Prices in British store chains rose at the slowest pace in more than a year in October, according to industry data that adds to signs that the country's hi...

Australia's Woolworths Sales Rise As Cooling Prices Stoke Demand

Top Australian grocer Woolworths said food sales jumped in the first quarter as value-conscious shoppers seized on cheaper meat, fruit and vegetables, but...

German Consumer Sentiment Improves In October: HDE

Consumer sentiment in Germany saw a slight increase in October, according to the latest consumption barometer from the German Trade Association (HDE).

British Retail Sales Grow In August After Washout In July

British retail sales partially recovered in August after a rainy July washout, the latest official figures showed, adding to signs that the country's consu...

UK Consumers Most Optimistic Since Early 2022: GfK

British consumers are the most optimistic since the start of 2022 as they turn more hopeful about the economy with inflation on the wane and wages growing,...

New UK Trade Hub Bolsters Support For Ukrainian Manufacturers

A new trade hub has been set up in the UK to help Ukrainian manufacturers reach the UK market and expand sales by supply chain solutions provider Oakland I...