Supply and Demand
This coverage examines the dynamics of supply and demand within the UK retail industry, with a focus on their impact on pricing, inventory management, and strategic planning. Reporting explores shifts in consumer demand, supply chain disruptions, seasonal patterns, and market trends — providing retail professionals with insights to support decision-making in operations, merchandising, and financial planning.
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Apr- 2025 -28 AprilComment
How are EV charging hubs boosting revenues for the retail sector?
Supply and demand is one of the most fundamental principles of the retail sector. For EV drivers, the demand for charging infrastructure is insatiable. Meanwhile, the government’s net-zero commitments are causing a rapid shift towards the sale of EVs. However, the supply of charging infrastructure is lacking. This is where…
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Nov- 2022 -28 NovemberOnline & Digital
Amazon tax bill to rise by £29m next year
Amazon’s business rates are reportedly set to rise by around £28.75m next year, as next year’s business rates are set to heavily impact online retailers, according to new analysis from real estate advisor Altus Group. It warned that the online giant may be faced with paying £100m in extra tax…
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May- 2022 -10 MayClothing & Shoes
Adidas Q1 profits drop almost 40%
Adidas has reported its operating profits dropped 38% year-on-year from €704m (£602.71m) to €437m (£374.13m) in the first quarter ending 31 March 2022 (Q1), due to its operating margin dropping 5% to 8.2%. Income-before-tax also dropped 38.5% to €411m (£351.87m) in Q1, compared to €669m (£572.75m) in the same period…
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Mar- 2022 -17 MarchComment
Embracing trends to keep retail supply chains moving
Although it’s increasingly challenging to predict the full impact of global events on supply chains, one of the most influential factors affecting the movement of goods is consumer trends and how changing behaviours can alter retail operations. With the right data and strategy, it’s possible to get an accurate view…
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Jan- 2021 -19 JanuaryElectrical
AO welcomes ‘record’ Christmas quarter
AO World has welcomed its “strongest ever” peak trading period over the Black Friday and Christmas period, with year-on-year UK revenue soaring 67.2% to £457.3m in the quarter ended 31 December 2020. It comes as the group said it has continued investment in its infrastructure in order to deliver higher…
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Sep- 2020 -23 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Nike online sales surge in Q1
Nike has announced a significant increase in digital sales in its first quarter fiscal report for this financial year. The sportswear retailer saw digital sales rise by 81% in the three-month period ended 31 August, offsetting falling revenue in its stores due to the pandemic. Despite Nike not releasing a…
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Mar- 2020 -10 MarchAnalysis
Banks to help us all out with coronavirus fallout
Once again the business pages on all major news outlets are pretty much dominated by the developing story of coronavirus – every sector has some kind of tale to tell. So here is the roundup from today. RBS said it will allow mortgage holidays for people who are forced to…
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Jul- 2019 -9 JulyAnalysis
Disorderly Brexit could see the UK economy lose out on £22bn a year by 2024
Employers operating in retail most at risk of losing staff A ‘disorderly Brexit’ could see the UK suffer a £22bn reduction in economic output, compared to an ‘orderly Brexit’ – a new study has revealed. The report, developed by workforce management expert Quinyx in collaboration with Development Economics and Censuswide,…
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