At 13:00 (GMT+2), the UK will publish December data on the retail sales index from the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), which is based on a survey of representatives of 20.0 thousand retail outlets and companies, including wholesale and retail sectors. It is a leading indicator of consumer spending and represents the difference between the percentage of retailers reporting an increase in sales volumes and those reporting a decrease. The index is likely to continue its negative dynamics from –32.0 points to –29.0 points, putting pressure on the pound's position.
