Insight Report 2 minutes PremiumApril 2019 UK Retail Sales: Late Easter and Warm Weather Drive Jump in Sales Coresight Research May 24, 2019 Executive SummaryCoresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on US and UK retail sales, US retail traffic and in-store metrics, selected US retailers’ same-store sales and key global consumer indicators. Click here to view our full collection of Monthly Reports. Our monthly UK Retail Sales Report reviews the latest sector data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Highlights from our April UK Retail Sales Report: The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reported a strengthening of year-over-year retail sales growth to 7.2% in April, with a 7.4% increase in volumes. A late Easter (Easter Sunday was April 21 versus April 1 last year) meant some spending shifted from March into April. The grocery, clothing and department store/mixed-goods sectors each enjoyed an uptick from the Easter timing and warm April weather. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Coresight Bites: China Consumer Tracker—Some Positive Trends Despite Overall High Avoidance of Public PlacesConsumer Sentiment Remains Volatile: US Consumer Survey InsightsSeasonal Shopping, 2Q24—Expectations for Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and Holiday 2024: US Consumer Survey Insights ExtraRetail Innovation: State of In-Store Retailing and Opportunity To Redefine Operations