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Retail Sales In Third Quarter 'Disappointing' To Date, Says ING

Retail sales in the euro zone have 'disappointed' so far in the third quarter of the year, with a modest 0.1% increase in volumes for July indicating that...

German Business Sentiment Falls In August, Delaying Recovery Hopes

German business morale fell for a third consecutive month in August, a new survey has shown, pushing back recovery hopes for Europe's largest economy.

Decline In Retail Volumes Indicates That The Inflation Hangover Is Persisting

A 0.3% decline in retail sales volumes in the euro zone in June 2024 indicates that the hangover from last year's period of high inflation continues to lin...

Polish Consumers Remain Cautious Despite Income Growth: ING

Polish consumers remain on a cautious footing despite 'solid' recent income growth, leading to a 'slower than expected' increase in retail sales, a new rep...

Germany's REWE Group Signs €1 Billion Credit Line In Wake Of COVID-19

German retailer REWE Group has announced the signing of a syndicated credit line totalling €1 billion, together with a consortium of banks – Com...