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UK shoppers cut back on pre-Christmas spending at fastest rate in almost five years

British consumers have been left concerned by uncertainty around the Budget, high inflation and the cost of living

The Independent UK

UK households cut spending at fastest pace in almost five years, says Barclays

Bank reports 1.1% drop in card spending despite Black Friday boost for retailers

The Guardian - UK

Pre-Budget shopper ‘jitters’ dampen Black Friday sales

Total retail sales across the UK increased by 1.4% year on year in November – the weakest growth in six months, BRC and KPMG figures show.

Evening Standard

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Stocks Pressured by Higher Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.26%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.31%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.20%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are down -0.28%, and December...

Barchart

Stocks Mixed as Bond Yields Rise

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is down by -0.02%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is down by -0.25%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.33%. December E-mini S&P futures (ESZ25 ) are down -0.03%, and December...

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Mastercard To Rally Around 16%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Monday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our analyst ratings page.

Benzinga

Banks in mortgage war as rates plunge in major boost to buyers

Santander and Nationwide have both dropped rates again in a bid to spark up property moves

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Pure Storage Stock Slips Despite Positive Q3 Results

Pure Storage Inc (NYSE:PSTG) shares are trading lower Wednesday despite reporting third-quarter financial results that met earnings expectations and beat revenue estimates, while also raising its full-year guidance.

Benzinga

FTSE 100 ends flat as bank gains offset weak gold

Elsewhere, UK lenders passed the latest Bank of England stress tests.

The Independent UK

Applied Materials To Rally Around 12%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Tuesday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our analyst ratings page.

Benzinga

Amazon To Rally Around 31%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Monday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our analyst ratings page.

Benzinga

Black Friday busiest day of the year so far for retailers, figures show

Spending data from Barclays shows transactions on November 28 reached a 2025-high, up 62% on the average.

Evening Standard

Dick's Sporting Goods To Rally Around 17%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Friday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our analyst ratings page.

Benzinga

US regulators ‘taking seriously’ allegations of bankers’ support for Epstein

Exclusive: It follows calls from US senator Elizabeth Warren to investigate bank executives including ex-Barclays boss Jes Staley

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International Business Times UK

Gen Z Say 'They Still Don't Mind' Black Friday — Despite 92% 'Fake Deals' Amid £4.6bn Spent Last Year

UK Black Friday 2024 spending reached £4.6bn despite Which? exposé revealing 92% of deals were cheaper elsewhere. Gen Z leads 2025 participation with 92% planning to shop.

An Apple TV subscription is totally free via this UK bank –if you qualify

Barclays Premier members get ongoing Apple TV subs at no extra cost

Benzinga

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Give Their Take On 3 Defensive Stocks Delivering High-Dividend Yields

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.

The Guardian - UK

UK bank shares rise after reports of budget tax reprieve

NatWest, Lloyds and Barclays stock up amid expectation Rachel Reeves will spare lenders from further levy

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Evening Standard

Bank shares rise after reports they will be spared tax hike amid growth mission

Banks were thought to have been in the firing line through a potential increase to the bank levy.

Evening Standard

Retailers and shoppers braced for Black Friday scams as sales activity ramps up

Bogus refund claims are among the challenges faced by retailers while shoppers are being urged to watch out for fake adverts and websites.

The Independent UK

Martin Lewis on how to get £400 for free in ‘biggest ever deal’

Martin Lewis has shared how you can get a free £400 by switching bank accounts.

Euronews

Epstein files cast long shadow over global business elite

Newly released emails show top finance and business figures maintained contact with Jeffrey Epstein years after his initial conviction, raising questions over judgement and corporate governance.

Evening Standard

New build 95 per cent mortgage scheme offers boost to London first-time buyers

New product brings homeownership closer for those struggling to save for a deposit

Benzinga

Alphabet To Rally More Than 12%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Tuesday

Top Wall Street analysts changed their outlook on these top names. For a complete view of all analyst rating changes, including upgrades and downgrades, please see our analyst ratings page.

Evening Standard

More than half of firms freezing investment as Budget fears take toll – report

The Barclays survey found that 45% of small company bosses believe policy uncertainty is negatively impacting their firms.

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