5th consecutive quarter of growth for independents

Despite growth slowing slightly, independent retailers still reported a fifth successive quarter of

Published 3rd November 2015

Despite growth slowing slightly, independent retailers still reported a fifth successive quarter of growth. Independent retailers are still experiencing good times according to the British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA).

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BIRA’s quarterly survey showed that six out ten businesses grew. Where as only 4 out of 10 reported a slight decline. Wales and Scotland were the leaders on growth with the Midlands and East Anglia closely following. Growth did fall from 2.35% in the mid year period to 1.33%, it’s lowest point of the year. However BIRA’s respondents also showed the greatest turnover in the history of the survey.

Overall, of all the respondents a massive 75% said that they were confident of the year ahead. This news means independent retailers can expect a positive outlook for 2016.

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