UK consumer confidence and private sector growth drop as inflation rises, Deloitte and CBI surveys reveal
However, consumer confidence among 18 to 34 year-olds was at record highs.
Britain's economy going strong with better than expected growth in final quarter of 2016
Office for National Statistics estimates the UK economy grew 2% in 2016 as a whole, down from 2.2% in 2015.
High street hitch: Why retail sales plunged in December
Rising inflation and Black Friday sales saw shoppers keep their hands in their pockets over Christmas.
FX Focus: Dollar outperforms rivals ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration
Pound falls below $1.23, after data shows retail sales suffered the worst fall in five years in December.
High street spending tumbles by the most in five years in December
Retail sales slow as inflation begins to build hitting household spending.
Flip or Flop's Christina El Moussa struggling to 'keep it all together' after split from Tarek – report
The couple announced their separation in December 2016.
UK inflation hits highest level in over two years as weaker pound bites
Air fares and food among the main contributors to rise in inflation says Office for National Statistics.
Checking the bill: Supermarket winners and losers last Christmas
Households did not hold back on grocery spending last Christmas – before a tougher 2017 sets in.
December increase in UK consumer spending led by hotels, restaurants and bars says Visa
While spending increased 2.6% on-year in December, it was lower than the 3.1% increase seen in November.
BBC and ITV presenter Julia Bradbury told motherhood would mean pay cut
Former Countryfile host said BBC producer used motherhood as 'negotiation tactic'.
Average UK household £13,000 in the red says TUC
The average household owes almost £13,000, claims the Trades Union Congress.
Debt charities gear up for busy January after Christmas spending binge
Citizens Advice said it expects up to 2,400 calls a day as people try to sort out their debts after the festive season.
UK house prices will rise by 1% to 4% in 2017, says Halifax
Certain parts in London could see a decline in house prices, Halifax forecasts.
Lloyds spending power report: UK households have less cash for treats as cost of essentials rises
The report follows a decline in the value of the pound post the referendum vote.
Prince George enjoys candy cane at Christmas day service with Duke and Duchess of Cambridge
The royal couple broke with tradition by spending the festive season with the Middleton family in Berkshire.
UK private sector growth ends the year on a high, reveals CBI survey
The survey showed most sectors, except a few such as retail, saw an uptick in volumes.
Too big to save? How Italy's banking system could lead to the unravelling of the European Union
Eurozone's third biggest economy faces a financial ultimatum.
UK households are biggest spenders in Europe, PwC says
British household spending averages around £50,000 per year compared to around £35,000 in France.
UK consumer spending rises by most in nearly two years
Household spending rises 3.2% year-on-year in November, the biggest rise in 22 months.
Jennifer Aniston is 'excited' to see Justin Theroux after spending 'much' time away from husband
Aniston speaks about her husband and calls him the 'life of the party' at a movie promotional event.
UK consumer credit grows at fastest pace since 2005 as Britain's economy remains resilient
Bank of England figures show demand remains resilient but rising inflation and weak pound pose threat.
If government didn't spend billions funding rich pensioners, the rest of us would be managing
Pensioners account for 55% of all welfare spending, yet Tories continue to protect them from cuts.
UK retail sales grow at fastest pace for 14 years in October
Retail sales increase 7.4% in October, as average store prices fall across the board apart from petrol stations.
UK household squeeze yet to materialise as inflation falls short of October forecast
Decline in costs of clothing and university tuition fees kept inflation below 1% says ONS.
UK consumer spending sees strongest rate of increase in 6 months, Visa says
The hotels, restaurants and bars sector saw the strongest growth among the 8 monitored broad sectors.
Tyga is ready to father second child with girlfriend Kylie Jenner? Get the latest update here
In October, 19-year-old Jenner threw a lavish Ferrari-themed birthday party for Tyga's son King.
Donald Trump's toxic emissions on climate change will destroy humanity
As Trump was elected, world officials gathered to discuss how we can stop the thing he claims isn't happening.
Lower benefit cap comes into force as DWP claims it 'restores fairness' to the welfare system
Campaigners warn more households at risk of homelessness and poverty because of lower benefit cap.
Bank of England Governor Mark Carney warns of 'lower real income' growth
The BoE decision to drop interest rate cut plans signals the economy has been resilient.
Services sector continues to perform strongly in wake of Brexit vote
Services sector in fastest expansion since January but inflationary pressure from a weak pound mounts.