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17 Dec 2015
UK posts strong retail sales numbers - TDS
FXStreet (Delhi) – Research Team at TDS, notes that the UK’s November retail sales surged 1.7% m/m in November, far outpacing market consensus of a 0.6% monthly gain.
Key Quotes
“Retail sales were consistent with consumers delaying purchases in October in anticipation of November sales. Gains were broad-based across sectors, with growth up significantly in household goods stores and non-specialised stores. Internet sales were also up by nearly 5% on the month, likely reflecting the shift of Black Friday sales from shops to the internet.”
Key Quotes
“Retail sales were consistent with consumers delaying purchases in October in anticipation of November sales. Gains were broad-based across sectors, with growth up significantly in household goods stores and non-specialised stores. Internet sales were also up by nearly 5% on the month, likely reflecting the shift of Black Friday sales from shops to the internet.”