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Four Years Post Pandemic – Retail
23rd March 2020, the world went into lockdown as the Coronavirus pandemic took hold across the globe. Little did we know this would be the start of a seismic shift in behaviours and attitudes towards everyday life; at work, in education and at home. …
Enhancing shopping centre management through data-driven insights
Data, in some sectors, is classed a luxury however in retail it is a necessity; an invaluable commodity for retail stores, centres and destinations. Shopping centre managers and owners are increasingly recognising the power of data when it comes to e…
A review of footfall performance during the Christmas period 2023
A review of footfall performance during the Christmas period 2023 (Covering the period from 18th – 30th December) The final week before Christmas delivers a welcome boost in footfall for UK retail destinations The final week before Christmas saw foot…
Day 12 | Consumers’ main concerns for the festive period
As we near the end of the Golden Quarter, it appears that consumers have approached this period with caution. Today’s results state that the main concern for this period is the rising prices for essential items followed by rising prices of non-…
Day 11 | Consumers’ purchasing habits this Golden Quarter
The pinnacle of the retail calendar, the Golden Quarter, is likely to have been weaker in performance compared to previous years, due to ongoing economic challenges. Day 11 reveals how many consumers planned to purchase gifts in this year’s Bla…
Day 10 | How consumer spending has changed for non-essential items
At least half of consumers have reduced the number of items purchased in recent months, which is a further indicator of consumers feeling the pinch as a result of the cost of living crisis this year. Check out the latest insights now.
Day 9 | The impact of the cost of living crisis on consumers’ spending power
The cost of living crisis has had a significant impact on consumers’ spending power this year. Today’s results reflect this and a slowdown in consumer spending which has weakened footfall.
Day 8 | How do consumers prefer to shop?
Online spending now accounts for 25% of total retail sales, according to the latest ONS figures. Our latest insights pieces takes a closer look at whether consumers prefer to shop online or in-store.