UK private sector growth slows in September - CBI

The findings support the view that Britain's economy will grow by less in the third quarter than in the second three months of the year, as sluggishness in the construction and retail sectors, as well as manufacturing, take their toll. The CBI said on Thursday its monthly growth indicator -- based on separate surveys of manufacturers, retailers and services -- fell to +22 in September, from +31 in August. "Some manufacturers are having a tough time.