Retail Sales in the United Kingdom decreased 2.70 percent in May of 2025 over the previous month. This dataset provides the latest reported value for - United Kingdom Retail Sales MoM - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

This statistic shows the percentage change in the quantity of goods bought (retail sales volume) in Great Britain, from January 2017 to August 2023. The volume of all retail sales since April 2022 to August 2023 saw a decline, with a drop of 0.4 percent reported in the most recent period. The decline in retail sales is seen as an impact of the cost of living crisis and inflation in the UK and elsewhere in world.

Retail Sales in the United Kingdom decreased 1.30 percent in May of 2025 over the same month in the previous year. This dataset provides - United Kingdom Retail Sales YoY - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

BRC Retail Sales Monitor YoY in the United Kingdom increased to 2.70 percent in June from 0.60 percent in May of 2025. This dataset includes a chart with historical data for the United Kingdom BRC Retail Sales Monitor YoY.

Cbi Distributive Trades in the United Kingdom decreased to -46 Net Balance in June from -27 Net Balance in May of 2025. This dataset provides - United Kingdom CBI Distributive Trades- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

The most regularly consumed beverage product in the UK is coffee, according to Statista's Consumer Insights. This trend is evident across all generations. Between July 2023 and June 2024, ** percent of baby boomers stated they drank coffee regularly, followed by ** percent of Generation X, ** percent of millennials and ** percent of Generation Z. Beverage consumption in the UK Almost eight billion liters of soft drinks are consumed in the UK annually. In recent years, there has been an increase in soft drink consumption in the UK. The annual expenditure on beer in the UK amounts to roughly *** billion British pounds. Beer expenditure was particularly high during the pandemic years of 2020 and 2021 but has since declined to approximately pre-pandemic levels. The annual expenditure on coffee, tea, and cocoa in the UK, based on volume, amounts to approximately *** billion British pounds. Coffee consumption in the UK Approximately 65 percent of consumers in the UK drink coffee two to three times a week or more, compared to about ** percent of Brits who do not drink coffee. The leading coffee brand in the UK, in terms of retail sales revenue, is Nescafé, which generates more than ** million British pounds. This is more than ***** times the amount generated by its leading competitor, Kenco. Nescafé is owned by the multinational food and drink processing corporation Nestlé. There are ***** businesses in the café and coffee shop sector in the UK.

The United Kingdom gaming headset market is experiencing robust growth, projected to reach £197.07 million in 2025, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.85% from 2025 to 2033. This expansion is driven by several factors. The increasing popularity of esports and competitive gaming fuels demand for high-quality audio peripherals that enhance performance and immersion. Technological advancements, including the introduction of superior noise-cancelling technology, improved surround sound capabilities, and lightweight, comfortable designs, cater to the evolving needs of gamers. Furthermore, the rising adoption of cloud gaming services and the increasing accessibility of powerful gaming PCs and consoles are also significant contributors. The market segmentation reveals a strong preference for wireless headsets driven by convenience and improved mobility. Online sales channels are also witnessing significant growth, overtaking traditional retail in market share, reflecting the ease and convenience of online purchasing. Key players such as Logitech, Corsair, Razer, SteelSeries, and Turtle Beach are actively investing in research and development to innovate and capture market share. The strong growth trajectory suggests a vibrant and competitive market with continued potential for expansion. The UK gaming headset market is segmented by compatibility (console and PC headsets), connectivity (wired and wireless), and sales channel (retail and online). The wireless segment is expected to show the strongest growth due to the increased demand for convenience and freedom of movement during gameplay. The online sales channel is already dominating the market and will likely continue to grow as e-commerce becomes more prevalent. Competitive pricing strategies and aggressive marketing campaigns by key players are shaping the market landscape. While potential restraints such as economic downturns could impact spending on gaming peripherals, the overall positive market sentiment and strong growth projections suggest a resilient and expanding market in the UK throughout the forecast period. The continued focus on technological innovation and the increasing adoption of gaming across diverse demographics ensures sustained market dynamism. This comprehensive report provides an in-depth analysis of the United Kingdom gaming headset market, offering valuable insights for stakeholders across the industry. Covering the historical period (2019-2024), base year (2025), and forecast period (2025-2033), this report examines market size, trends, and future growth projections in million units. Keywords like UK gaming headsets, gaming headset market UK, wireless gaming headsets UK, and best gaming headsets UK are strategically integrated to enhance search engine optimization (SEO). Recent developments include: June 2024: AVID Products introduced its newest headset, the AVIGA gaming headset, showcasing cutting-edge technology. The AVIGA is crafted to offer top-tier sound quality, exceptional performance, and comfort, all at an affordable price. With this launch, AVID Products seeks to enhance the esports experience for gamers across the spectrum., May 2024: SteelSeries unveiled its latest headset line, the Arctis Nova 5 series, accompanied by the debut of the Nova 5 Companion App. This app boasts an impressive repertoire of over 100 gaming audio presets. While the series is tailored for PC gaming, it also offers specialized versions for PlayStation (Arctis Nova 5P) and Xbox (Arctis Nova 5X), ensuring compatibility across a broad spectrum of devices.. Notable trends are: Wireless Headsets is Expected to Drive the Market.

United Kingdom GDP: GVA: CP: Wholesale & Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles data was reported at 58,738.000 GBP mn in Sep 2024. This records a decrease from the previous number of 58,777.000 GBP mn for Jun 2024. United Kingdom GDP: GVA: CP: Wholesale & Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles data is updated quarterly, averaging 39,408.000 GBP mn from Mar 1997 (Median) to Sep 2024, with 111 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 59,112.000 GBP mn in Mar 2024 and a record low of 24,696.000 GBP mn in Mar 1997. United Kingdom GDP: GVA: CP: Wholesale & Retail Trade; Repair of Motor Vehicles data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Office for National Statistics. The data is categorized under Global Database’s United Kingdom – Table UK.A028: ESA 2010: GVA: by Industry: Current Prices.

The online share of retail trade in selected European countries has increased from 2014 to 2022. In 2022, approximately 26.5 percent of retail sales in the United Kingdom (UK) were generated online. The UK led the country comparison in each year.

The European e-commerce giant Globally, online commerce is on the rise. It was estimated that in 2024 online retail sales would sum to around 7.4 trillion U.S. dollars and additionally it is forecast to increase to 9.4 trillion U.S. dollars by 2026. When taking a closer look at Europe, the UK not only had the highest share of online retail sales, but also had the highest retail sales value in Europe, followed by Germany and France. In 2022, the UK reached approximately 106 billion British pounds in online retail sales, while Germany generated around 90 billion British pounds and France accumulated less than 60 billion British pounds.

Rise of online retail within the UK Within the UK, the index that measures the value of monthly internet retail sales in Great Britain grew from 124.6 in November 2022 to 216.2 in November 2023. The rise of online retail in Great Britain can also be seen in the percentage change in monthly online retail sales, which increased to 6.6 percent in June 2023. When looking at all sectors of online retail, household goods stores incurred the largest increase in online sales, with almost a 12 percent YoY change, while department stores saw the lowest YoY change of just under one percent.

In the financial year ending August 31, 2024, WH Smith's high street stores sales accounted for approximately *** million British pounds, down from *** million pounds recorded a year earlier. In that same year, the British group reported a revenue of *** billion pounds. WHSmith is a British retailer specializing in books, stationery, newspapers and magazines, generally operating in high street and travel locations (e.g. railway stations and airports).

Sales performance had been a mixed bag for Sainsbury's until the pandemic hit in spring of 2020. The impact of the change in grocery shopping behaviors as a result of lockdowns was first registered in April 2020, when sales increased by ****. Sales continued to hit new highs and increased by ***** in June 2020 compared to the previous year. Since February 2021, growth began to slow as shopping behavior stabilized. However, since inflation pressures have hit, Sainsbury's sales rose again considerably in 2022 and 2023. During the most recent period in December 2024, sales grew by *** percent. Sainsbury’s in profile J Sainsbury plc was founded in 1869 as a fresh food retailer in London. In its 2023/24 financial year, the company made ***** billion British pounds in retail sales. In April of 2019, the company had to abandon a merger with Asda due to a block by the Competition and Markets Authority. The merger would have made the new company the largest on the grocery market. The grocery market Sainsbury’s competitors Lidl and Aldi have continuously experienced sales growth over the past years. While traditionally British grocery retailers have struggled to perform in the same way. This resulted in reduced or stagnating market shares for Sainsbury’s and other British companies.

In the twelve months ending June 2024, most cars bought using financing options in the United Kingdom had been acquired by private customers. In particular, just over *** million used cars for private customers had been financed in the country. In contrast, businesses financed some ****** used vehicles.

In the fiscal year 2020/21, Currys PLC saw its online share of group revenue increase considerably to some ** percent, likely boosted by the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. This figure decreased to ** percent in fiscal year 2022/23, as global economies began to reopen and consumers went back to in-store shopping. Currys PLC: company profile Currys PLC, formerly known as Dixons Carphone, was born out of the merger between Dixons Retail and Carphone Warehouse in August 2014. The company is headquartered in London, United Kingdom, and operates in the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. In 2023/24, the company generated approximately *** billion British pounds in annual revenues. In 2023, currys.co.uk ranked third among the leading online stores in the consumer electronics segment in the UK, behind industry heavyweights Amazon and Apple. Currys’ online store was also among the top brands for online purchases in the UK as of June 2024. Consumer electronics shopping in the UK The share of the population buying technology and electronics online in the United Kingdom increased considerably since the start of the pandemic. When only ** percent of the UK population purchased electronics online in December 2019, that figure peaked at ** percent in December 2020, before decreasing again to ** percent as of September 2023. In another survey, it was revealed that less than a fifth of UK and Irish shoppers opted for brick-and-mortar stores as their preferred search and purchase channel for electronics, in contrast to ** percent who opted for online-only.

How high is the brand awareness of Costco in the UK?When it comes to grocery store customers, brand awareness of Costco is at **% in the UK. The survey was conducted using the concept of aided brand recognition, showing respondents both the brand's logo and the written brand name.How popular is Costco in the UK?In total, **% of UK grocery store customers say they like Costco.What is the usage share of Costco in the UK?All in all, **% of grocery store customers in the UK use Costco.How loyal are the customers of Costco?Around **% of grocery store customers in the UK say they are likely to use Costco again.What's the buzz around Costco in the UK?In June 2024, about *% of UK grocery store customers had heard about Costco in the media, on social media, or in advertising over the past three months, meaning at the time of the survey there was little to no buzz around Costco in the UK.

In the financial year ending August 31, 2024, WHSmith, a British retailer specializing in books, stationery, newspapers and magazines, reported a group revenue of approximately *** billion British pounds, up from **** million pounds recorded a year earlier. WHSmith generally operates in high streets and travel locations (e.g., railway stations and airports).