Spending falls at fastest rate for four years as consumers tighten belts

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Guardian Consumer Affairs

Household disposable income is squeezed by cost of living increase, prompting fall of 0.3% in spending in latest quarterHousehold spending has fallen at the fastest rate in almost four years as rising prices have made consumers less willing to splash out on furniture, clothing and trips...

Spending falls at fastest rate for four years as consumers tighten belts (external link to Guardian Consumer Affairs)