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  1. Beer sales rose in the Middle East and Africa, and Barclays tracked card transactions in Britain.

Barclays Card Spending Slows Amid UK Retail Growth

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Barclays reported that card spending slowed to 2.0% in September. While British Retail Consortium like-for-like sales rose 1.0% year on year, this increase was accompanied by a 17% jump in fuel outlays due to record diesel prices.

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The trend suggests a stagflationary environment, as households increased spending on fuel while volumes in discretionary retail categories remained subdued. Retailers are showing caution heading into the Christmas trading period.

Beer sales increased in the Middle East and Africa, while Barclays tracked card transactions in Britain.

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  • AsdaSpeculative

    Could see reduced overall retail volume and profitability as consumer demand shifts toward fuel costs.

  • TescoSpeculative

    Could see reduced overall retail volume and profitability as consumer demand shifts toward fuel costs.

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