Private sector continues to decline
Businesses expect downward trend to persist in 2024.
Retail downturn persists
CBI survey reveals eighth consecutive monthly sales decline.
Overseas property register reaches 30,000
Milestone figure reached following register’s 2022 launch.
Government borrowing surpasses expectations
Borrowing reached £14.3 billion.
Inflation drops by more than expected in November
November inflation figure hits 26-month low of 3.9%.