Retail sales in the UK saw a significant 7% year-on-year increase in April, attributed to unusually sunny weather and the Easter break occurring later this year. This surge marks a notable improvement from March's 1.1% increase. Data shows a robust performance in both food and non-food sectors, particularly in leisure and garden retail. Card spending also rose 4.5%, reflecting a positive trend in consumer confidence and spending. This performance comes despite ongoing economic uncertainties, with retail activity remaining strong.
Retail spending rose by 7% year-on-year last month, a notable jump from the modest 1.1% increase recorded in March, driven by Easter falling in April.
The good weather also gave garden retailers a spring boost, with spending at garden centres surging 25% in April.
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