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Britons Shun Major Purchases to Absorb War Fallout, GfK Says

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A closely watched survey finds Britons are saving more and cutting back on big-ticket purchases as they brace for economic fallout from the Iran conflict. The shift signals weaker consumer demand and a defensive, risk-off stance that could weigh on UK consumption-sensitive sectors such as retail and leisure.

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A closely watched survey finds Britons are saving more and cutting back on big-ticket purchases as they brace for economic fallout from the Iran conflict. The shift signals weaker consumer demand and a defensive, risk-off stance that could weigh on UK consumption-sensitive sectors such as retail and leisure.

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