Unexpected UK retail sales jump boosts economy as storm gathers
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Apr 25 2025
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Source: Reuters
Retail Sales Performance: British retailers experienced a strong start to the year with retail sales volumes rising by 0.4% in March and 1.6% for the first quarter, marking the best performance since 2021, despite concerns over rising bills and consumer confidence.
Challenging Outlook Ahead: The outlook for the remainder of the year appears bleak due to increasing household energy costs and uncertainties from the U.S. trade war, leading major retailers like Tesco and Sainsbury's to predict limited profit growth.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
