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GDP

This coverage examines how UK gross domestic product (GDP) trends affect the retail sector, analysing economic growth, consumer confidence, and spending behaviour. Reporting highlights the implications of GDP fluctuations for retail sales, investment decisions, and operational planning — offering insight for executives, managers, and professionals responding to wider economic conditions.

GDP

This coverage examines how UK gross domestic product (GDP) trends affect the retail sector, analysing economic growth, consumer confidence, and spending behaviour. Reporting highlights the implications of GDP fluctuations for retail sales, investment decisions, and operational planning — offering insight for executives, managers, and professionals responding to wider economic conditions.

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Monthly real gross domestic product (GDP) unexpectedly fell 0.1% in May 2025, following an…

UK economy grows by more than expected 0.7% in Q1

The UK economy performed better than expected in the first quarter of the year, with GDP…

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Deliveroo has announced it has agreed to a £2.9bn takeover deal from US delivery platform…

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