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EconomyBritish retail sales slip in July after World Cup boost

Official figures showed British retail sales fell back as expected in July, after hot weather lifted demand for fans and air conditioners in June and supermarkets ran promotions alongside the men’s soccer World Cup.

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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-08-21 08:50Original

British retail sales slip in July after World Cup boost
British retail sales slip in July after World Cup boostEconomy