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UK Consumer Confidence Peaks 30% as Bar Spending Rises 10%

8/11/2026

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UK consumer confidence hit 30% in July, a 21-month high.
Barclays reported a 10% rise in spending at bars, pubs and clubs in July, driven by England’s World Cup run.
Hospitality and leisure grew 2.2% and accommodations rose 2.6% in July, while airline spending fell 6% as staycations grew.
Barclays’ consumer-spending gauge rose 2% in July, with confidence in non-essential purchases climbing to 53% from 51% in June.

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Story summary

UK consumer confidence hit 30% in July, a 21-month high.
Barclays reported a 10% rise in spending at bars, pubs and clubs in July, driven by England’s World Cup run.
Hospitality and leisure grew 2.2% and accommodations rose 2.6% in July, while airline spending fell 6% as staycations grew.
Barclays’ consumer-spending gauge rose 2% in July, with confidence in non-essential purchases climbing to 53% from 51% in June.