Early Easter gives retailers a welcome boost

Published date15 April 2024
Publication titleEvening Chronicle
Total UK retail sales were up by 3.5% on last March, above the three-month average of 2.1% and the 12-month average of 2.9%, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor

Food sales increased by 6.8% year on year, driven by Easter falling unusually early.

Easter also boosted sales of cookware and tableware, as people readied themselves to host family and friends. Home textiles were also popular as consumers sought to spruce up their homes ahead of spring.

Elsewhere, wet weather dampened sales of garden furniture, barbecues, DIY products, and clothing and footwear.

Online sales continued to slide...

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