UK consumers gear up for Christmas despite financial concerns
The survey, collected by the BRC from 7–10 October 2025, shows that personal spending on retail climbed to +14 in…
Consumer Trends
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UK shoppers return to stores as apparel spend shifts to value
UK consumers are increasingly turning back to stores and trading down to value-led retailers as financial pressures reshape apparel shopping…
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Explainer: Why is US apparel consumer confidence set to increase in 2025?
GlobalData’s The Apparel Market in the US to 2028 report forecasts growth of 2.4% to a value of $578bn in…
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In data: M&S tops UK apparel market, dethroning Primark
In contrast to M&S, New Look and H&M have seen some of the steepest declines in the UK, with a…
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In data: UK fashion spending could be hit on Halloween budget concerns
The BRC Consumer Sentiment Monitor for September 2024 highlights that public expectations for personal finances, economic conditions, and savings have…
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In data: Two thirds of Brits now own secondhand clothing
The survey by UK charity Oxfam also found that nearly two-thirds (63%) of Brits intend to purchase at least some…
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US August retail sales edge up as rising wages boost consumer spending
While growth slowed compared to previous months, the resilience of the American consumer remains evident, said Jack Kleinhenz, chief economist…
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Explainer: Underconsumption core’s impact on fast fashion
Between Instagram Shopping, Facebook Ads and Tik Tok Shop, the volume of items available to buy through social media can…
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Explainer: Primark swap shop —marketing gimmick or sustainable stride?
Primark is debuting its first pop-up swap shop initiative in collaboration with circular clothing company Verte. Launching at Primark's Westfield…
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Explainer: How new demographics will change apparel retail in future
The 'Demographics in Retail and Apparel' report says apparel will have to deal with changing consumer behaviours in the coming…
