Group 1 - UK retail sales increased for the fourth consecutive month, with a 0.5% rise in September, surpassing economists' expectations of a 0.4% decline [1] - The sales growth follows a revised 0.6% increase in August, indicating a resilient retail sector despite adverse weather conditions [1] - Consumer confidence showed signs of improvement, with GfK's household confidence index rising by 2 points to -17 in October, matching August's level [1] Group 2 - The UK was the fastest-growing economy among the G7 countries in the first half of the year, but the job market is deteriorating, leading traders to bet on potential interest rate cuts by the Bank of England [2] - Policymakers are closely monitoring budget conditions for any signs that new tax measures could further suppress economic growth [2]
英国9月零售销售连续第四个月增长 为降温经济注入“强心针”
Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-10-24 07:09