Consumer behaviour15 Feb 2026The Instagram-friendly shopping centre delivering 'industry-busting' footfall Merry Hill is using leisure and entertainment to increase its customer base, the manager says. 15 Feb 202613 Feb 2026Costs from Trump's tariffs paid mainly by US firms and consumers, NY Fed says Last year, collective import tariff rates on various goods coming into the US more than tripled.13 Feb 202610 Feb 2026US consumer spending slowed in December - Is it a warning for the economy?Retail sales were unexpectedly flat in December as consumers pulled back, raising questions about a broader economic slowdown.10 Feb 202625 Jan 2026Five ways weight-loss jabs are changing spending habitsWith GLP-1 drugs rising in popularity, how are businesses adapting to a new type of consumer?25 Jan 202617 Jan 2026The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economyConsumer confidence levels are rebounding for some in the UK, but older generations look to be immune.17 Jan 202620 Nov 2025Walmart banks on strong holiday sales as shoppers seek dealsWalmart's dominance in the US retail sector is setting it up for strong holiday season sales, drawing in low and higher-income shoppers alike.20 Nov 20255 Oct 2025Is waiting in a 12-hour queue the new cool thing to do? These people think soWhether it's waiting in line to try a new bakery, or to grab a bargain at a sample sale, queuing is becoming an activity in itself.5 Oct 202528 Aug 2025Value of small parcels sent from China to UK hits £3bnParcels from China that are exempt from UK import tax more than doubled in value to £3bn last year.28 Aug 20258 Aug 2025Crocs US sales tumble as shoppers choose trainersThe rubber clog-maker claims it is competing with a "clear athletic trend" ahead of the World Cup.8 Aug 2025...
