Disposable Income
This coverage analyses how changes in disposable income influence UK retail performance and consumer behaviour. Reporting explores economic indicators, spending patterns, affordability challenges, and their impact on retail sales, pricing strategies, and category performance. Designed for professionals assessing market conditions, forecasting demand, and shaping strategies in response to household financial trends.
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Jul- 2025 -22 JulySupermarkets
Spending power falls for 40% of UK households, Asda finds
Some 40% of UK households have seen their spending power growth fall in June, according to the latest Asda Income Tracker. The decrease comes as inflation rose to a near 18-month high of 3.6% in June, driven in part by the rising cost of transport and food. According to the…
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Jun- 2025 -9 JuneClothing & Shoes
River Island owners prepare rescue plan amid tough market conditions
High street fashion brand River Island has reportedly appointed advisers from PwC to draft a restructuring plan amid tough trading conditions, which could result in store closures and job losses, according to Sky News. Sources revealed to the outlet that although no definitive decisions have been made about the company’s…
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Mar- 2025 -31 MarchFeatures
Spring Budget 2025: what it means for the retail industry
The UK retail sector has been navigating a volatile economic landscape, with rising operational costs, shifts in consumer spending, and policy changes placing unprecedented pressure on businesses. The Spring Budget 2025, delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, was highly anticipated by industry leaders, who had hoped for measures that would alleviate…
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25 MarchFeatures
Why does Games Workshop never lose money?
Games Workshop was founded in 1975 and last posted a loss in 2007. This came after it had licensed the rights to make miniatures and a game using characters and stories from The Lord of The Rings but saw a decline in interest for the franchise. Since that point the…
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19 MarchClothing & Shoes
Office sees profits top £100m amid improved trading and new stores
Footwear retailer Office has seen its full-year pre-tax profits more than double to £102.4m as it experienced better trading conditions and expanded its store estate. According to its latest accounts filed with Companies House, its revenues for the 52-weeks ended 30 June 2024 increased to £294.3m, up from £265.4m the…
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Feb- 2025 -24 FebruaryFeatures
The decline of UK department stores: can they survive?
The decline of department stores in the UK has been one of the most significant shifts in the retail sector in recent years. High street giants that once defined the shopping experience have faced unprecedented challenges, leaving behind empty storefronts and a stark reminder of how much the landscape has…
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Oct- 2024 -29 OctoberHigh Street
New Look pre-tax losses narrow despite fall in FY sales
New Look has reported that its pre-tax losses narrowed from £87.8m to £21.7m for the year to 30 March, despite sales dropping 8.9% to £769.2m due to store closures and “tough” trading conditions. During the period, New Look saw retail revenues fall by 11.5% to £555.1m, which was impacted by…
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16 OctoberSupermarkets
Increase in visits sees supermarket sales up 4.7% in October
Total Till sales increased 4.7% at UK supermarkets in the last four weeks ending 5 October 2024, up from +4.0% in the previous month, according to new data released today by NIQ. It said this is likely due to shoppers starting to look towards seasonal products as retailers roll out…
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Sep- 2024 -11 SeptemberDepartment Stores
Dunelm PBT rises 6.6%
Dunelm has revealed that its profit-before-tax rose 6.6% to £205m, up from £193m, for the year ended 29 June 2024. Alongside this, the company’s total sales rose 4.1% to £1.71bn compared with £1.64bn in the same period last year. The company also stated it saw an increase in active customers…
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5 SeptemberNews
Asda becomes first supermarket to sell refurbished TVs
Asda has announced that customers in six locations will now be able to purchase refurbished TVs in a first for a UK supermarket. The retailer has refurbished three models of returned HD LED Smart Sharp and Polaroid TVs at its ERC (electrical returns centre) using recycled materials and they will…
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