GfK hits the news as UK consumer vibes shift and retail data wobble; Germany’s market intel giant behind consumer research. Short bio below.
British firms expect to ease price increases as energy-driven costs fade, while manufacturing activity shows a rebound. Bank of England watchfulness continues as inflation risks persist and rate decisions loom.
Canada's home-sales activity rose for a second straight month as prices stabilised, with a 5.5% month-on-month gain in May and a barely changed benchmark price of C$657,700, signalling cautious momentum amid a stabilising economy.