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The British Independent Retailers Association says its latest survey shows sales softening and confidence dipping among small shops ahead of the autumn statement.
07 November 2025
07 November 2025
The British Independent Retailers Association says its latest survey shows sales softening and confidence dipping among small shops ahead of the autumn statement.
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The company reported double-digit gains across all regions, led by Asia and Europe, and a 13% increase in North America.
The company’s gross merchandise volume rose 21.6% to €4.2bn and revenue increased 26.5% to €3bn.
On an annual basis, the calendar-adjusted retail sales index rose 1% in the euro area and 1.3% in the EU.
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