Black Friday slows UK shop price rises before Christmas
UK shop price inflation eased to 0.6% in November, down from 1%, as Black Friday promotions offered relief. Food inflation also fell. Discover what it means for your Christmas shopping.
UK shop price inflation eased to 0.6% in November, down from 1%, as Black Friday promotions offered relief. Food inflation also fell. Discover what it means for your Christmas shopping.
Good news for UK shoppers as shop price inflation eased to 0.6% in November, with food inflation slowing to 3%. Retailers hope for a confidence boost in the crucial festive period. Discover the latest trends.
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UK inflation fell to 3.6% in October, a four-month low, as energy price hikes slowed. Food costs, however, rose sharply. Read the full analysis ahead of the Budget.
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