Latest ONS retail sales data
UK retail sales rise for the second consecutive month, according to the ONS
UK retail sales inched up in February, marking the second consecutive month of growth, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Data: ONS retail sales by volume and value
ONS Retail Sales Index: Volume and Value Sales presents a compilation of retail sales data for Great Britain, emphasising both value and volume. This data is seasonally adjusted and offers monthly insights into year-on-year percentage changes.
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Forget Blue Monday, growth in UK retail sales was another positive surprise from January
The release of the ONS’ retail sales on Friday was the latest in a surprisingly positive flurry of economic indicators in what is supposed to be the saddest month of the year
Retail sales crept up in January following four months of falling
Retail sales volumes crept up in January 2025, a change in direction following four consecutive months of falling.
How to understand the December drop in retail sales
The story many were telling about the performance of the retail sector over Christmas got a bit complicated last week as the ONS released figures suggesting sales volumes were down month-on-month
UK retail sales dropped in the lead up to Christmas, says ONS
UK retail sales fell during the peak Christmas trading month of December, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Retail sales volumes edged up in November, ONS reports
Retail sales volumes edged up last month, official data showed.
UK inflation climbs to highest levels seen since the start of the year
Inflation across the UK hit its highest level seen since March, as surging petrol and clothing prices drove up costs in November.
UK retail sales fall in October after three months of growth
UK retail sales volumes fell in October after a marginal increase in September as retailers reported that Budget uncertainty affected sales.
Supermarket volumes dropped in September while the rest of retail crept up
Supermarket volume sales have seen their steepest drop since the beginning of the year, according to the latest retail sales figures from the Office of National Statistics.
Retail volumes rose in August helped by weather and Sales
Retail sales volumes advanced last month and over 12 months, reached the highest level in more than two years.
Retail sales have risen driven by discounts and a summer of sport
Retail sales increased in July, official data has shown.
UK retail sales fell in June driven by the election and wet weather
UK retail sales volume declined across all sectors in June except for automotive fuel as wet weather, low footfall and the general election are likely to have impacted sales.
Retail sales bounced back in May, says ONS
UK retail sales grew in both volume and value across most sectors in May as fashion and furniture bounced back from the damp month of April.
Retail sales drop again in April
Retail volumes fell again in April as wet spring weather held back footfall.
Retail sales flat in March, official data shows
Retail sales growth was flat last month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has reported.
