Analysts say 0.6% drop in October shows consumers are taking a breather before festive season but high street outlook remains healthyRetail sales slumped in October despite shops slashing prices to entice bargain hunters.
The Office for National Statistics said on Thursday the quantity of goods bought dropped by 0.6% on the preceding month, slightly more than analysts had expected.
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Source: theguardian.com