Good morning, Europe. A short Saturday First Dig: one Reuters market read, one practical September check, then into the day.
Reuters morning read: Reuters reports that European shares ended the week lower, even as Volkswagen jumped after a turnaround agreement. The useful morning angle is broader than one carmaker: inflation worries, oil prices, bond yields, and next week's ECB focus are all part of the mood businesses and households will be reading into Monday.
Read more: Reuters: European shares log weekly losses on inflation worries; Volkswagen jumps
Useful this morning: If you have a garden, greenhouse, or a few pots by the door, the RHS September jobs list is a good weekend nudge: harvest apples and pears as they come ready, keep late flowers going with deadheading, clear diseased leaves rather than composting them, and start thinking about overwintering veg or tender plants before the first cold snap catches you.
Read more: RHS: Jobs to do in September
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