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Key FactsRetail Slump Persists Despite Black Friday Discounts
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- Retail sales unexpectedly declined by 0.1% in November as Black Friday discounts failed to significantly boost consumer spending.
- Consumer confidence in December reached a 16-month peak, yet many households remain cautious about their finances.
- UK government borrowing rose to £11.7 billion in November, marking the smallest November deficit in four years.
- Officials emphasize the need to slow borrowing growth to meet fiscal targets amid ongoing economic challenges.
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