Black Friday

UK consumer spending set to be lowest since 2012

Consumer spending over the Christmas period is expected to be at its lowest since 2012, according to Visa’s UK Consumer…

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Black Friday online sales ‘stronger than expected’ with smartphones taking lead

The amount spent on UK online retail sites on Black Friday 2017 was up 11.7% to £1.39bn, according to data…

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Black Friday e-sales expected to surpass Boxing Day by 77%

Black Friday week total online sales are expected to reach £7bn this year, a 164% increase on 2014 and 77%…

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Sacet launches ‘choose what you pay’ Black Friday sale

Ethical jewellery brand Sacet will be introducing a unique Black Friday initiative, A Fair Deal for All, allowing its customers…

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Online retail growth lower than average in pre-Black Friday lull

Despite showing a year-on-year growth of 12.6%, online retail sales figures in October were lower than average suggesting a pre-Black…

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Crime specialist warns retailers of ‘dark side of Black Friday’

British retailers have been told to be wary of the “dark side of Black Friday”, as the authorities ramp up…

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Seven ways to prepare your business for Black Friday

This year, Black Friday falls on 24 November and will host discounts across many lines including electricals, fashion, and experiences.…

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Raw Pearls readies for Black Friday with trade deals

UK pearl jewellery supplier Raw Pearls has launched an offer ahead of Black Friday for its trade customers in preparation…

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Spending growth slows to 2.4% as consumers feel ‘inflation squeeze’

Consumer spending growth slowed to 2.4% year-on-year in October which, with inflation at 3%, equated to a contraction in real…

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Last-minute Christmas rush boosts retail sales in December

UK retail sales continued to grow in December after consumers left their shopping until the final week before Christmas. The…

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