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Barclays Scams Bulletin: Men more likely to fall victim to romance scams, while women lose more money
Barclays is issuing a warning to those looking for love this summer, as the Bank’s latest data reveals romance scams are on the rise, with the amount claimed in May/June up 139% compared to March/April 2024.
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Cinemas and pubs benefit from blockbuster releases and major sporting events
Non-essential spending growth hit an 18-month low in March. However, the Six Nations and St Patrick’s Day boosted pubs, while cinema spending reached a 2024-high on 2nd March, due to the much anticipated release of Dune: Part Two.