UK economy starts fourth quarter on weak note as Brexit hits orders
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LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's economy got off to a weak start to the final quarter of 2019, according to surveys which showed the giant services sector stagnated last month, with concerns about Brexit depressing new orders, while consumers stayed cautious.Britain had been due to leave the European Union on Oct. 31 which prompted limited stockpiling by businesses and households.But Brexit has now been delayed until Jan. 31, with an election on Dec. 12 raising further uncertainty.The IHS Markit..