Google (GOOG.O) has launched the Universal Cart feature in the US.

BANK OF ENGLAND deputy governor BREEDEN said firms are absorbing energy-price shocks and cutting costs rather than passing them to consumers, and she is cautious about the necessity of further rate hikes. Two other BANK OF ENGLAND officials appear inclined to support tightening. BREEDEN noted a soft labour market is keeping wage growth subdued, and Thursday’s GDP unexpectedly came in strong, reflecting private-sector resilience.

德国总理默茨：预计预算谈判将非常艰难。