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flag UK retail sales rose 0.5% in August, boosted by warm weather and strong clothing sales.

flag UK retail sales rose 0.5% in August, slightly above the 0.4% expected, driven by warm weather boosting clothing sales and bakery visits. flag Clothing and footwear sales jumped 1.3%, with retailers citing favorable weather as a key factor. flag The increase matched July’s revised rise, but sales fell 0.1% over the three months to August compared to the prior quarter. flag While car fuel sales dropped due to higher prices, online shopping and bakery visits helped sustain the gain. flag Retailers look to the upcoming holiday season, known as the Golden Quarter, for stronger growth.

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