Growth in a recession

Debbie Humphrey, from strategic business advisory firm, Spring, shares her expert thoughts on the challenges and opportunities a recession brings for retailers. See why she advocates that now is the time to “put your foot on the accelerator, not on the brake.”

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Online retail builds momentum ahead of Peak

Retail's recovery gained momentum in Q3 2026, with spending on physical goods increasing 4.6% year-on-year.
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Online retail grows as cautious confidence returns

The first half of 2026 is showing us the early signs of a retail recovery. Online spending in the first half of 2026 was up 12% compared to the same period in 2025.