Online retailers enjoyed a 137% surge in outdoor-related sales this weekend (8 and 9 March 2025), as temperatures soared, compared to the average weekend so far this year according to Checkout.com. This was even up 35% from last weekend’s payday weekend, which would normally see the highest peaks in overall spending. The data aligns with a broader trend […]
Helen Dickinson OBE, chief executive of the British Retail Consortium, said: “Retail sales saw more modest growth in February. While sales growth across non-food categories was generally muted, it was propped up by online purchases, particularly in computing and electronics. Jewellery, watches and fragrance sold well thanks to Valentine’s Day, reversing declines seen last year, […]
Covering the four weeks 02 February 2025 – 01 March 2025 According to BRC-Sensormatic data: Total UK footfall increased by 0.2% in February (YoY), down from 6.6% in January. High Street footfall increased by 0.1% in February (YoY), down from 4.5% in January. Retail Park footfall increased by 2.0% in February (YoY), down from 7.9% in January. Shopping Centre footfall increased by 0.1% in […]
Responding to the tabled amendments on the Employment Rights Bill, Helen Dickinson, chief executive at the British Retail Consortium, said: “The BRC supports the government’s goal to ensure improved employment practices. We want a level playing field for responsible businesses, which means tackling unscrupulous employers and we support measures to crack down on those who […]
The ‘cost of living crisis’ has meant the prices for many essential goods in the United Kingdom have been increasing faster than household incomes. It has been wreaking havoc with many people’s finances for some time now, so how can small businesses encourage consumers to spend their hard-earned cash with them? A recent study by Uswitch […]
Period Covered: 01 – 07 February 2025 Shop price inflation was unchanged at -0.7% year on year in February, against a decline of -0.7% in January. This is above the 3-month average of -0.8%. Non-Food inflation decreased to -2.1% year on year in February, against a decline of -1.8% in January. This is above the 3-month average […]
The British Retail Consortium is warning of the impact that both the Budget and upcoming regulatory changes could have on part-time jobs in the retail industry. Retail remains a vital source of employment right across the country; it is the largest private sector employer and the industry and its supply chains account for over a […]
The government’s tax and labour law proposals could be the ‘final nail in the coffin’ of the British High Street, say leading audit, tax and business advisory firm, Blick Rothenberg. Robert Salter, a director at the firm, said: “The British High Street has been under pressure for the last 20 years due to out-of-town shopping […]
Fieldwork conducted on 04-07 February 2025 According to BRC-Opinium data, consumer expectations over the next three months of: The state of the economy worsened to -37 in February, down from -34 in January. This is the fifth consecutive month in which expectations have worsened. Their personal financial situation dropped to -11 in February, down from -4 in January. Their personal spending on […]
With over half of the public intending to spend money on a spouse or partner this Valentine’s Day, the BRC, supported by Opinium, has surveyed the public to understand more about how they will be spending their money. Dining out was the most popular option, with over 1 in 4 people (27%) intending to take […]
