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Business · 16 February 2026

UK families worry about debt as sentiment drops

UK families worry about debt as sentiment drops

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Recent data shows British consumer confidence has declined because people are concerned about what they owe. While Japan and Switzerland managed to escape economic recession, the Bank of England warns that global risks stay high. The central bank noted that the price of government borrowing rose in Britain and America following recent political events. Despite these pressures, the regulator believes households remain resilient.

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