Economic News
UK retail footfall tumbles in November - BRC
Retail footfall tumbled in November, industry data showed on Friday, hit by stormy weather, weak consumer confidence and tough comparatives.
German inflation rises to 2.2% in November - flash estimate
German inflation has risen to 2. 2% for November, according to a flash estimate from the Federal statistics office.
French borrowing costs mount on budget tensions
France’s borrowing costs briefly topped those of Greece on Thursday, as political tensions around controversial budget plans mounted.
Eurozone economic sentiment edges higher
Economic confidence in the eurozone edged higher in November, according to a survey released on Thursday by the European Commission, but remained below its long-term average.
UK car production tumbles 15pc in October
UK car manufacturing output declined 15. 3% in October, with just 77,484 vehicles produced, marking the eighth consecutive month of contraction, according to data released on Thursday by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).