Revolution of consumer behaviour: Exploring the transition of consumers to mobile shopping
With the rise of mobile shopping and the profound impact of the pandemic on consumer behaviour, retailers are investing heavily in their online presence.
Family optimism reaches two-year high amid easing inflation and anticipation of summer vacations
According to the M&S Family Matters Index, family optimism in the UK is at its highest in two years as 45 per cent of the population have high hopes about their future.
Apple Pay and contactless payments set to surpass cash in stores by 2023
A survey has revealed a major shift in payment preferences, indicating that Apple Pay and Contactless Payments will soon overtake cash payments in physical stores, with 87 per cent of face-to-face payments in the UK in 2022 being contactless.
Amazon third-party sellers to receive fairer exposure from online retailers
CMA's concerns over unequal promotion on Amazon Marketplace have led the e-commerce platform to commit to ensuring Amazon third-party sellers are better treated.
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Cost of living crisis leads UK consumers to welcome deinfluencer content
According to a recent report, UK consumers are growing disinterested in the influencer culture, with many unfollowing accounts that portray unrealistic lifestyles.
Operating profits in the grocery retail industry dropped by over 41%
According to CMA, competition in the UK grocery retail industry will keep price increases low, despite food and grocery costs at historically high levels.
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Grocery price inflation sees notable decline while promotional spending rises
According to Kanta, a market research company, there was a significant 1.6 percentage point decline in grocery inflation towards the first week in July.
Why are more UK consumers shifting towards the metaverse and ChatGPT?
According to a recent study, the increasing adoption of the metaverse and AI-powered chatbots is reshaping how UK consumers engage with brands during purchases.
UK inflation drops to almost 8% in June 2023, marking significant slowdown in price growth
Inflation in the UK fell to 7.9 per cent in June 2023 from 8.7 per cent in May, marking the lowest rate since March 2022, as reported by the Office for National Statistics.
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The UK food and consumer goods business struggles with low consumer confidence, inflation and labour shortage
The UK food and consumer goods business is facing challenges, including inflation and labour shortages, according to the Institute of Grocery Distribution.
Research reveals overstocking costs businesses an average quarterly loss of nearly £900,000
A recent report has exposed the overstocking challenge facing UK retailers, which has led to millions in lost income and jeopardised their financial stability.
Research reveals UK customers are losing faith in parcel delivery sustainability and service quality
UK customers are losing confidence in residential parcel delivery due to concerns about sustainability and deteriorating services.
Disappointing 'search relevancy' cost retailers over $2 trillion globally
Online retailers fall short of Google's high search relevancy standards, with "search relevancy" leading the difficulty list for 85 per cent of UK retailers.
Retail warehousing vacancy rates in the UK continue to decline
The UK retail warehousing sector is witnessing a decline in vacancy rates as retailers capitalise on the availability of second-hand items resulting from administrations and CVAs.
British online retailers increase spending on advertising, inventory and software by 19%
UK online retailers have increased their spending on advertising, inventory and software in Q2 2023 driven by a 15 per cent YoY increase in inventory investment.
Online retail revenue declines for 26th consecutive month amidst promising traffic index
UK online retail revenue saw a 1.2 per cent year-on-year decline in June, marking the 26th month of negative growth in a row, according to IMRG Online Retail Index.
UK food and drink sector expected to reach £315.2 billion by 2028
The UK food and drink sector is projected to reach £315.2 billion by 2028, a 19 per cent increase from 2023, according to IGD.
UK retail sales in June show modest growth, falling behind inflation rates
Retail sales saw a slight improvement in June, with like-for-like (LFL) sales increasing by only 1.9 per cent, according to the latest data from BDO LLP.
UK government to mandate public disclosure of fuel prices to empower drivers
The UK government is set to require fuel retailers to publicly disclose their prices in an effort to increase transparency and give consumers more control.
Climate change experts stress urgent need for sustainable shopping to combat global warming
Oceans' experts have identified sustainable shopping practices as key to preventing harsh climatic changes while highlighting key areas of eco-friendly consumerism.
Survey reveals 2 in 5 people are spending more money on personal care items every month
The rising cost of living is driving consumers to search for cheaper personal goods online, with a recent survey showing more UK customers now shop online post-COVID.
Why is Facebook Marketplace getting so much negative reviews?
CTSI survey revealed widespread complaints about the sale of sub-standard products on Facebook, with experts highlighting its quality control system weaknesses.
Retail sales in the UK surpass expectations with 0.3% growth in May
UK retail sales experienced an unexpected increase of 0.3% in May, as experts identify King's coronation and warmer weather as possible reasons.
More than half of frequent convenience store shoppers are frustrated by growing food costs
A survey revealed a prevailing sentiment among respondents that convenience stores tend to overcharge customers due to their higher prices.
Why is there a shift in online shopping trends and consumer behaviour?
A recent study highlights the evolution of online shopping, emphasising the significance of personalised experiences and new technologies.
Maximize Sales, Minimize Effort: The Game-Changing Crosslisting App is Hitting the UK Market Soon
The future of online selling will undergo a groundbreaking transformation as the highly anticipated Crosslisting app
Recent analysis exposes retailers' insufficient commitment to diversity and inclusion
A new study reveals that although retailers are prioritising diversity and inclusion (D&I), concrete progress remains elusive in the UK retail sector.
Report shows 54 per cent of consumers have returned a product
The poll carried out in 2023 by Akeneo, highlights the significance of consistent, rich and educational product experiences across various online and offline channels.
Resilient retailers and thriving film industry drive unexpected growth in British economy in April
The British economy defied expectations by experiencing a slight growth in April, driven by the resilience of retailers and the thriving film industry.
Amazon gets CMA approval for iRobot acquisition despite past concerns
There had been large worries over whether Amazon would eliminate competition in the smart home market if it purchased iRobot.
Which? alerts regulator of potential illegal pricing practices at Tesco
Which? has accused Tesco of potentially breaching consumer protection laws by failing to display prices on the majority of its food and beverage promotions.
UK online retailers contend with technical debt as consumer expectations shift
As retailers face the challenge of aligning consumer desires with their business capabilities, a mounting concern known as "technical debt" has emerged.
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