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Retail Horizons 2025: Predictions for China, India and the UK
Episode 157

Retail Horizons 2025: Predictions for China, India and the UK

In this episode of Retaili$tic, the Coresight Research team discusses retail predictions for 2025, focusing on our outlooks for the China, India and UK markets. The conversation covers the implications of proposed tariffs, evolving consumer behavior, the rise of quick commerce, and key opportunities and challenges. Uncover trends such as the impacts of AI (artificial intelligence), experiential shopping and growing demand for luxury goods.

Retailistic · Georgina Smith, Charlie Poon, John Mercer, Sujeet Naik

January 21, 202521m 9s

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Show Notes

Takeaways

  • Retail predictions for 2025 highlight significant changes in consumer behavior.
  • Proposed tariffs could lead to higher costs in the supply chain.
  • UK retail will see cautious consumer spending in 2025.
  • Quick commerce is set to expand into tier 2 and tier 3 cities in India.
  • Kirana stores need to adopt digital strategies to compete.
  • China's retail market is projected to grow significantly in 2025.
  • Experiential shopping is becoming a key focus for Chinese consumers.
  • AI technology is transforming retail interactions and experiences.
  • The PingTee trend offers luxury quality at lower prices.
  • Physical retail spaces are evolving into immersive experiences.

Chapters

00:00 This Week in Research: New Reports and Data

02:30 UK Retail Trends and Predictions

05:27 India's Retail Landscape and Quick Commerce

12:02 China's Retail Market: Opportunities and Challenges

 

Dive into our predictions for these retail markets in our comprehensive research reports: 

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