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UK consumer confidence peaks as spending rises, but caution persists

Barclaycard reports a 2.0% increase in UK consumer spending for July, buoyed by World Cup celebrations, yet underlying retail data indicates a cautious outlook as inflation risks loom.

TFR Admin·2 min read

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PBOC Sets USD/CNY Mid-Point at 6.7889, Diverging from Market Estimates

The People's Bank of China has set the USD/CNY mid-point at 6.7889, significantly higher than market expectations, reflecting continued monetary policy adjustments amidst economic pressures.

TFR Admin·3 min read