The retail sector is continuously changing, adapting to the pandemic, digital acceleration, and shifting consumer expectations.
From sales figures to customer behaviour, we take a look at ten numbers that show the state of retail today.
Sales figures show promise
There was a 2.2% growth in UK retail sales in 2020.
The total value of retail sales in 2020 amounted to £4.3 billion.
Retail sales are responsible for 1/3 of consumer spending.
Food shopping accounted for 41% of retail spending in 2020.