The State of UK Retail 2026: Mid-Year Insights
The State of UK Retail 2026: Mid-Year Insights
Watch the recording and uncover the trends shaping UK retail performance in 2026
The first half of 2026 has brought a mix of challenges and opportunities for retail leaders and property professionals. In this on-demand session, Jenni Matthews, Retail Insights Analyst at MRI Software, and Glynn Edwards, Retail Trading Director at Landsec, explore the trends behind the headlines and reveal what’s driving retail footfall, consumer engagement, and destination performance across the UK.
From shifts in consumer confidence and spending habits to the impact of economic conditions and key retail calendar events, this session provides valuable context to help you better understand performance so far, and prepare for what may lie ahead.
Who should watch?
This session is designed for:
- Retail leaders
- Shopping centre operators
- Retail park managers
- Property owners and asset managers
- Leasing and commercial teams
Watch this webinar to:
- Understand UK retail performance in the first half of 2026
- Explore the consumer and economic trends influencing footfall and engagement
- Gain expert insights into changing customer behaviour
- Benchmark your retail destination’s footfall performance against wider market trends
- Identify opportunities and challenges for the second half of 2026
Featured Speakers
Jenni Matthews
Retail Insights Analyst, MRI Software
With more than 20 years of experience in marketing and communications, Jenni Matthews leads global content strategy at MRI Software and plays a key role in helping the retail industry interpret footfall trends, consumer behaviour, and market performance. Through reports, articles, webinars, and industry analysis, she helps retail leaders make smarter, data-driven decisions.
Glynn Edwards
Retail Trading Director, Landsec
Glynn has spent the majority of his career in retail operations, including leading UK retail operations for Ted Baker before joining Landsec in 2021. As Retail Trading Director, he is responsible for turnover and footfall performance across Landsec’s retail portfolio, which includes 21 of the UK’s leading shopping destinations.