Today's briefing
"Hello, it's Jeff. Let's not talk too much and start right on."
August 8, 2023
Sales at Beyond Meat have dropped by almost a third as consumers choose cheaper animal protein. A report suggests that Ofgem's energy price cap is hindering competition and should be abolished. China's exports have experienced their largest decline since the pandemic. Taylor Swift and Foo Fighters concerts have boosted card spending in the UK. UK retail sales have slowed down due to wet weather and rising inflation.