1、Another retail thought leadership report brought to you in partnership with Retail Economics“Taking StockTaking StockWhats in store for UK retail and consumerExplore thought leadership with Retail EconomicsWe can help you get the media coverage you need to elevate your business profile.Our research
2、features regularly in these media outlets:Retail Economics2024Whats in store for UK retail and consumer Introduction042|Taking Stock 20243Section 2:The retail and consumer outlookKey contactsSection 1:The macroeconomic backdropContents1406Section 3:MegatrendsTrend 1:Sustainability 20Trend 2 Gen AI 2
3、6Trend 3:Geopolitics and adapting to change 3220Conclusion36Produced in conjunction withTom Scourfield PartnerCo-Head of UK Consumer&Retail T+44 20 7367 2707E tom.scourfieldcms-Katie Nagy de Nagybaczon PartnerCo-Head of UK Consumer&Retail T+44 20 7067 3519E katie.nagydenagybaczoncms-com54|Taking Sto
4、ck 2024The backdrop of heightened geopolitical tension,interest rate hikes,and the echo of pandemic-induced impacts has resulted in a more complex trading landscape.Amidst the turbulence in recent years,the resilience of the UKs consumer-facing sectors has been a testament to the adaptability and in
5、novation within the industry.Insights contained in this report outline the key themes,opportunities and challenges that lie ahead in 2024.From the nuances of the cost of living crisis entering its second phase,to the anticipation of modest economic growth,this report sheds light on wage,inflation an
6、d confidence dynamics,set to shape consumer spending throughout 2024.IntroductionIn 2024,the retail sector continues to be characterised by uncertainty,opportunity and transformation.This report explores current challenges and shifting consumer behaviours,pivotal to shaping the trajectory of the ind