Retail & consumer publications
What’s happening in consumer goods - A review of deals and current trends in consumer goods
Annual review of M&A activity in consumer goods in 2012 and a look forward to the likely trends in 2013.
[31-01-2013]
Global consumer spending slowdown eases
A monthly leading indicator of trends in the global consumer spending cycle, developed by PwC.
[22-10-2012]
Motivating and retaining retail executives in difficult times
Executive pay challenges for UK retail listed companies based on current and potential payouts and trends around incentive structures.
[25-06-2012]
Valuation Index: Issue 5, Retail
This edition of the PwC Valuation Index focuses on the retail sector, looking in particular at valuations in light of the current economic climate.
[12-02-2012]
What’s happening in consumer goods in 2012?
2011 turned out to be a more difficult year than expected for the consumer. The pace of recovery slowed down due to tough market conditions. 2012 is likely to continue as 2011 left off. But there are reasons for optimism including; the strength of large corporate balance sheets and the interest from sovereign wealth funds and Private Equity, particularly in emerging markets and for niche sectors and brands.
[24-01-2012]
What’s in Store? December 2011 edition
In this issue of What’s in store? We outline some key priorities to successfully negotiate the downturn for a strong start to 2012.
[04-12-2011]
What’s in store? | Navigating the UK consumer
Although the trading environment is likely to remain difficult in 2012, the retailers that take into account both the long-term structural changes as well as the immediate short-term environment have the chance to push ahead, invest strategically and gain market share.
[04-12-2011]
What’s in store? | Your 3-point survival guide for Christmas and beyond
In the light of all the economic uncertainty and continued subdued consumer confidence, retailers need to be proactive, ensuring there is sufficient resource to address these three key priorities and actively manage risks through the downturn for a strong start to 2012.
[04-12-2011]
What’s in store? | It’s all about confidence
There’s no doubt that there’s considerable uncertainty about the outlook for the UK economy but while the potential for a double-dip recession hasn’t gone away, retailers shouldn’t be too pessimistic.
[04-12-2011]
Pick ‘n’ mix: Meeting the demands of the multi-channel shopper
Multi-channel shopping is becoming the norm in UK retail. Retailers need to change and innovate; ensuring they can profitably serve the demanding UK consumer.
[18-08-2011]
Pick 'n' Mix: meeting the demands of the multi-channel shopper | Video
Multi-channel retail is set to change the high street and how we shop. In this short video Christine Cross our Chief Retail Advisor describes how she thinks the high street will look in 2020.
[15-07-2011]
Pick ‘n’ mix: Meeting the demands of the multi-channel shopper - How’s online shopping changing?
Multi-channel retail is not new - retailers have been investing in new channels such as online and mobile, new service options such as click & collect, and in delivering seamless...
[15-07-2011]
Pick ‘n’ mix: Meeting the demands of the multi-channel shopper - What are the implications for retailers?
How can you, as a retailer, be profitable in a multi-channel world?
[14-07-2011]
What’s in Store? June 2011 edition
This issue of What’s in Store? looks at multi-channel retailing, addressing two of the many areas of impact on a retailer. This time, in particular we look at the importance of having an efficient and adaptable supply chain and also the information security challenges of increased online merchandising.
[30-06-2011]
What’s in Store? | Back to basics
An overview of the market, including multi-channel retail, online and other trends. Mark Hudson, UK Retail and Consumer Leader gives his views on the retail sector and multi-channel retail.
[29-06-2011]
What’s in Store? | Shopping safely
Results of our research on multi-channel shopping, including online and in store, information or cyber security and the implications for retailers.
[29-06-2011]
What’s in Store? | Re-thinking the supply chain
Read our short article, and watch Oliver Sargent, Partner, Supply Chain, share his thoughts on multi-channel retail to find out more.
[29-06-2011]
What’s in Store? | Pick ‘n’ mix
Results of our research on multi-channel shopping, including online and instore buying and the implications for retailers.
[29-06-2011]
Pick ‘n’ mix: Meeting the demands of the multi-channel shopper - How can retailers be effective in a multi-channel world?
How can you, as a retailer, be effective in a multi-channel world?
[06-06-2011]
What’s happening in consumer goods?
What’s happening in consumer goods?
[01-03-2011]
Precious Plastic 2011: Video highlights
Precious Plastic 2011: Video summary
[17-02-2011]
UK consumer credit no longer a growth industry
Precious plastic - Give me debit, not credit
[18-01-2011]
The underbanked: big opportunities or big questions?
Precious Plastic 2011: The rise of the ‘underbanked’
[17-01-2011]
Household borrowing: A sustainable habit?
Precious Plastic 2011: Household borrowing: A sustainable habit?
[17-01-2011]
What's in store? - Trends in pre-Christmas retail trading
With consumer confidence low and the economic recovery slow we look at what consumers are buying up to Christmas and what tactics retailers are using to win their custom.
[20-12-2010]
Transfer pricing trends in the retail and consumer sector
Whats in store | Transfer pricing
[25-10-2010]
How could the emergency Budget affect the sector?
Whats in store | Emergency budget 2
[25-10-2010]
Alexon’s restructuring breaks new ground
Whats in store | Alexon’s restructuring breaks new ground
[25-10-2010]
Transfer pricing trends in the retail and consumer sector
Whats in store | Transfer pricing
[25-10-2010]
How could the emergency Budget affect the sector?
Whats in store | Emergency budget
[25-10-2010]
Alexon’s restructuring breaks new ground
Whats in store | Alexon’s restructuring breaks new ground
[25-10-2010]
What should you be doing about the Carbon Reduction Commitment?
Whats in store | Carbon reduction commitment
[25-10-2010]
The tweet on the high street
Whats in store | Social networking
[25-10-2010]
What should you be doing about the Carbon Reduction Commitment?
Whats in store | Carbon reduction commitment
[25-10-2010]
What's in store? June 2010 edition
In this edition of ‘What’s in Store?’ we look at several issues currently affecting the retail and consumer sector, including the Budget and what it could mean for retail and consumer companies, the impact of the Carbon Reduction Commitment, and how to engage with customers through social media.
[01-06-2010]
Glimmers amid the gloom
Glimmers amid the gloom
[29-03-2010]
What's in store? December 2009 edition
Welcome to PricewaterhouseCoopers' third edition of 'What's in store?'. With 2009 drawing to a close and a feeling of uncertainty for 2010, this issue of What's in Store contains a balance of articles that should help you manage through the immediate challenges of the recession, and those that look ahead to longer term trends.
[07-12-2009]
Evolution or revolution?
Evolution or revolution
[11-11-2009]
