Clothing sales have skyrocketed 70% compared to March
A sharp increase in expenditure on clothing helped drive retail sales in April. Non-essential shops have reopened nationwide.
Retail sales rose 9.2% last month, while clothing sales rose 70% compared to March, according to National Bureau of Statistics (ONS).
Online sales have soared, but overall sales have increased by more than 10% compared to the levels seen before the pandemic.
Danni Hewson, financial analyst at AJ Bell, commented on retail sales data from the Bureau of National Statistics in April 2021.
“The relaxation of the lockdown was just an excuse for the UK public to buy a new outfit or two. The latest retail sales have been lifted, with restrictions on non-essential retail. , a tonic with a business illness, indicating that many controversial demands are real,” Hewson said.
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Gasoline sales were also boosted as workers returned to the office and were presented with opportunities for socializing and dul.
“However, if you compare this month’s sales with April 2019, you’ll see a more accurate picture. During that period, online retailers enjoy the biggest growth. Its homeworking is It’s a big part of our working life,” added Hewson.
“Overall, retail sales were well above pre-pandemic levels (10.6%), but this month’s rise definitely involves novelty and savings. Consumers are cash elsewhere as cash is expected. As more opportunities for use, this trajectory is unlikely to continue.”
