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Markets | Consumer OUTLOOK
Heading into February, European markets including Italy and Spain show the strongest growth potential. Analysts have mixed views on how the UK will fare, while the outlook for the US is ‘tempered optimism’ that 2024’s spending will be sustained.
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Disciplined inventory control, a capital-light platform and margin-first retailing are
Brands wrapped up 2025 with stronger-than-expected earnings. However there are
Higher oil and energy costs are expected to squeeze discretionary
A fragile revenue recovery is facing pressure from tariffs, higher
In uncertain markets, heritage brands are rediscovering that reputation, craft,
Asia and South America are driving retail expansion, but success
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