The underlying pattern in the retail industry in November 2017, as suggested by the three-month on three-month measure remains one of growth, with the quantity bought increasing by 0.8%.

When compared with October 2017, the quantity bought in November 2017 increased by 1.1%, with household goods stores showing strong growth at 2.9%.

Retailers' feedback suggests that "Black Friday" events contributed to the monthly increase in household goods stores, with electrical household appliances making the largest contribution to the growth.

The year-on-year growth rate shows the quantity bought increased by 1.6%.