Retail sales much less buoyant than expected
May’s was the smallest gain in retail activity since February
13 July 2022 - 14:22
Retail sales in May grew way below expectations, showing that consumer confidence and households have come under severe pressure.
The pressure mainly stems from food and fuel prices, which are expected to reach record highs as the government starts to phase out the fuel levy relief announced earlier in the year...
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