Gen Z
This coverage explores Gen Z’s influence on the UK retail sector, focusing on consumer behaviour, shopping preferences, and cultural trends shaping demand. Reporting examines how retailers adapt through product development, marketing strategies, digital engagement, and sustainability efforts. Tailored for professionals aiming to connect with younger consumers and anticipate emerging market dynamics.
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Feb- 2020 -20 FebruarySponsored Articles
eBay, O2, Sainsbury’s, Halfords, Nandos set to speak at the UK’s no. 1 digital retail show
Retail professionals from eBay, O2, Sainsbury’s, Halfords, Nandos and Depop are among the big brand speakers at IRX (InternetRetailing Expo), the UK’s no. 1 digital retail show taking place on 1 & 2 April 2020 at the NEC, Birmingham. The free-to-attend event will bring together around 5,000 retailers, brands and…
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Sep- 2019 -24 SeptemberComment
The rise of loyalty schemes in the retail sector
E-vouchers are increasing in popularity. While at a relatively steady pace, the sector has grown 10% over the past two years. Hawk Incentives recently published The Loyalty Evolution Report which looked at customer loyalty and what’s driving it. Currently a massive 82% of Brits subscribe to at least one loyalty…
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Aug- 2019 -13 AugustAdvice
Adapting to the new age of retail
Following the recent closures of large-scale retail chains such as William Hill, the question of the high street’s future is once again on everyone’s mind. While undoubtedly the face of the high street is changing, closures don’t represent the high street’s swan song, merely its growing pains. Outlets which have…
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Jul- 2019 -9 JulyEconomy
Online to make up more than 50% of retail sales in 10 years
Online shopping will account for more than 50% of retail sales (up from 19% currently) in the next 10 years according to a new report, The Digital Tipping Point, out today (Tuesday 9 July). Commissioned by law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) which advises a wide range of retailers, the…
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May- 2019 -17 MayComment
Brands vs the people: the rise of independent online retailers
After the hard knock the UK’s retail sector took following the 2008 financial crash, things are finally starting to look brighter. Consumers are driving this up-turn with their clicks; with the majority of Gen Z and Millennials now choosing to do most of their shopping online. This year, more than…
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Apr- 2019 -5 AprilAdvice
The global online opportunity for luxury retailers and brands
The global luxury retail industry does not show any sign of slowing down, with the market expected to grow by 3-5% YoY to reach €320-365bn by 2025. Though the luxury sector has been well-known for its initial hesitation to expand online, its steady growth can be attributed to the increased…
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Feb- 2019 -26 FebruaryAdvice
How effective are retailers at engaging the UK’s student market?
The word student has a few connotations, and those don’t tend to be associated with spending power, often the opposite. Living in sub par accomodation and shopping at second hand stores may be true for some, but now, if it’s second-hand it’s vintage, and if it’s vintage you can buy…
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18 FebruaryAdvice
Generation Z: Is retail communicating with them in the right way?
Generation Z is the next batch of bright young things; still young at 18 to 20 but soon to be the new influencers. It’s a small window so how can retailers align their thinking to stay on track with Gen Z in the here and now and also keep their…
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Jun- 2018 -14 JuneHigh Street
Generation Z prefer ‘real-world retail’ over online shopping
Generation Z consumers enjoy ‘real-world retail experiences’ that focus on technology rather than online shopping, a new study has found. Commerce marketing technology company Criteo has released its Gen Z report, which analyses shopping perceptions and behaviours from thousands of members of Generation Z (Gen Z). It’s latest report revealed…
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May- 2018 -14 MayAdvice
GDPR: What does it mean for the future of retail?
For many retailers, getting to grips with the best methods of utilising customer data was no easy feat. Brands worked hard to unlock the potential of data to enhance the customer experience making it more unique and personalised. It appeared that many had cracked it too. From adapting their marketing…
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