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European Market Open: UK retail sales down but consumer confidence growing
Joshua Warner February 19, 2021 7:23 AM
European markets are expected to open largely lower today as investors prepare for PMI data this morning, following UK consumer confidence and retail sales figures released this morning. Share:
G7 leaders to hold a virtual meeting today to discuss vaccines, the global economic recovery and the challenges posed by China.
UK consumer confidence has risen to its highest level since the pandemic began, while retail sales plunged in January after the country re-entered lockdown after the holiday season.
Facebook continues to draw criticism for its news blackout in Australia, while Uber is waiting for the UK Supreme Court to make a landmark ruling on the gig economy today.