Good weather and Women's Euros helps UK net surprise boost to retail sales

Retail sales rose a surprising amount in July, as good weather and the Women's Euros led people to part with their cash, official figures show. The amount of spending rose 0.6% in July, according to ... Read More

Summer weather, food prices helped UK retail sales in August

British shoppers spent more in August, helped by summer weather and stronger demand for food, furniture and back-to-school computers – though some of the increase reflected higher food prices too, the ... Read More

Women's soccer and hot weather boost British retail sales in July

British retail sales rose more than expected in July, boosted by good weather and the women's European soccer championship, but annual growth was slower than expected after extensive revisions to ... Read More

Hot weather and women’s Euro 2025 buoys retail sales in July

The latest release from the ONS was delayed after the statisticians identified an issue with how it aligns its data with calendar months. Read More

Retailers bask in hot weather summer sales boost as bosses brace ahead of November budget

Retail sales were stronger than expected over the summer, as the warmer weather and women's football helped to boost spending, official figures show. Read More

UK July Retail Sales: What The Analysts Said

ESM takes a look at how analysts interpreted the latest UK retail sales volume figures and what they think about the months ahead. Read More