Home industry retail Retail Sales in Great Britain See Third Month of Growth, Boosted by Sunny Weather
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CIO Bulletin
2025-04-26
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The Office for National Statistics recorded a 0.4% boost in Great Britain retail sales for March which marked the third ascent in succession. The present trend reported the biggest retail sales growth in three months since July 2021.
Non-food store sales incrementally increased by 1.7% due to the favorable weather conditions that enhanced clothing and outdoor retailer sales. The department and household stores achieved their best sales performance since March 2022 under this retail category. Non-store retailers demonstrated expansion through their main online business segments and market stall operations which particularly flourished with clothing items and DIY products.
Sales within food store locations decreased by 1.3% as supermarkets specifically endured the largest decline due to economic pressures from rising prices. Retail innovation persists regardless of challenges because 29% of U.K. consumers currently use Click-and-Mortar™ methodology which combines online and physical shopping.
The consultancy RSM UK predicted both favorable conditions from higher minimum wages alongside unpredictable costs and changing tariffs as possible threats to future sales performance. Companies must track worldwide market changes for their supply networks to maintain their growth trajectory.
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