Average store prices (including petrol stations) fell by 2.0% in July 2016 compared with July 2015. Compared with June 2016, there was a fall of 0.8%. The amount spent (value) in the retail industry increased by 3.6% compared with July 2015 and 1.6% compared with June 2016. The amount spent online increased by 16.7% compared with July 2015 and increased by 1.2% compared with June 2016.
Sterling jumped to above 1.31 handle. Pair is likely to find support around 1.30 handle and resistance above 1.3180 level.