UK consumer confidence improved only slightly in December, according to research carried out by Martin Hamblin GfK on behalf of the European Commission. The headline index figure is up 1 point to -5 from November, reflecting slightly more optimism about the general economic situation.
Consumers are also happier with their personal financial situation over the past 12 months, but still cautious about spending money on major purchases, even during the Christmas season.
Results for the individual questions are:
The survey was conducted amongst a representative sample of 2062 individuals aged 16+, between 27th November and 16th December 2003.
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