Latest data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) showed that there was cautious optimism as footfall decline slows The data (covering the four weeks 4th-31st January) showed that total UK footfall decreased by 0.6% in January (YoY), up from -2.9% in December. High Street footfall decreased by 1.9% in January (YoY), down from -0.9% in…
Read moreThe Christmas ‘golden quarter’ of 2024 has not provided the anticipated boost for UK retailers, as consumer confidence remains low according to the British Retail Consortium-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor. The data showed that sales increased by only 0.4% in the three months leading to December compared to the previous year. December’s sales, including Black Friday,…
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