Its unusually large nucleus gave off a great deal of dust and gas - estimated at roughly 18 to 25 miles (30 to 40 kilometers) across - appeared bright to the naked eye.

Its unusually large nucleus gave off a great deal of dust and gas -estimated at roughly 18 to 25 miles (30 to 40 kilometers) across -appeared bright to the naked eye.

Households are still keeping a close eye on their spending, and with large rises in gas and electricity prices looming, consumer caution could be set to intensify in the months ahead.