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Black Friday weekend footfall finally rallies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The brand's ShopperTrak Analytics data, which captures 40 billion store visits globally each year, showed that total UK footfall over the weekend was up compared to 2024 (+0.7%) - traffic on Sunday (30 Nov 2025) jumped +5% year-on-year and +13.2% week-on-week. Saturday (29 Nov 2025) saw lower levels of store visits compared to 2024 (-1.9%) but rose +19.4% against the week prior. High Streets were the best performing retail destination across the weekend, with footfall rising +1.5% year-on-year across the two-days.

UK news

Fashion & style

fromwww.theguardian.com

2 days ago

Jess Cartner-Morley's December style essentials: Icelandic puffers, cowgirl belts and the ultimate PJs

Start Christmas shopping in December to avoid panic and overspending; choose thoughtful, stylish gifts like suede ankle boots and western-style belts.

UK news

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 week ago

Replacing the old, stuffy department store': John Lewis boss on its revamp

John Lewis will spend £800m by 2029 to refurbish 36 stores, pursue expansion, and transform outlets into experiential retail while keeping all stores open.

Miscellaneous

fromwww.bbc.com

2 weeks ago

Regent Street to go car-free for 'festive fun' day

Regent Street between Oxford Circus and Piccadilly Circus will be pedestrianised for a car-free festive shopping and entertainment event on 6 December, 14:00–21:00 GMT.

E-Commerce

fromBusiness Matters

2 months ago

Millions of Brits to use generative AI for Christmas gift shopping in 2025

Over 70% of UK consumers will use generative AI for Christmas gift selection in 2025, up from 31% in 2024.