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flag UK retail sales jumped 1.8% in January 2026, far exceeding expectations, driven by non-food and online spending.

flag UK retail sales rose 1.8% in January 2026, the largest monthly increase since May 2024 and well above the expected 0.2%, driven by strong gains in non-food categories like artwork, antiques, and online jewellery, according to the Office for National Statistics. flag Annual sales climbed 4.5%, significantly exceeding forecasts, though three-month trends showed only minimal growth. flag The data suggests a rebound in consumer spending after a sluggish end to 2025, despite ongoing economic challenges.

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