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-essential items.
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MRI OnLocation monthly commentary – May 2026
May footfall saw short-term growth driven by holidays, warm weather and half term, with retail parks leading gains. However, overall visits remain down year-on-year, highlighting ongoing consumer caution. Shoppers are becoming more intentional, focus…
