UK retail sales bounced back last month, a supportive sign for consumer demand after a weak period. Separately, GSK agreed to an £8bn takeover of US oncology specialist, highlighting continued deal activity in healthcare and biotech. The FTSE 100 was down 27 points to 10,346, indicating a mildly risk-off market backdrop.
UK retail sales bounced back last month, a supportive sign for consumer demand after a weak period. Separately, GSK agreed to an £8bn takeover of US oncology specialist, highlighting continued deal activity in healthcare and biotech. The FTSE 100 was down 27 points to 10,346, indicating a mildly risk-off market backdrop.
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