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World Cup and sunshine prompt UK consumers to splash out on beer and online shopping

The Guardian World Monday 13 July 2026, 23:01 UTC By Rob Davies 1 min read
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Despite spending increase in June, Barclays says most people still pessimistic about economyRelentless sunshine and the World Cup coaxed consumers to spend more on beer and online shopping last month, with purse strings expected to remain loose as England fans gear up for Wednesday’s semi-final. Most people remain pessimistic about the UK economy, according to data from Barclays Bank based on debit and credit card transactions.

Despite spending increase in June, Barclays says most people still pessimistic about economy

Relentless sunshine and the World Cup coaxed consumers to spend more on beer and online shopping last month, with purse strings expected to remain loose as England fans gear up for Wednesday’s semi-final.

Most people remain pessimistic about the UK economy, according to data from Barclays Bank based on debit and credit card transactions.

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