Insight ReportAugust 2019 UK Retail Sales: Mixed Fortunes Coresight Research September 20, 2019 Executive Summary UK retail sales growth softened in August, driven by a sharp slowdown in reported growth for the small retailers that had been supporting total growth in recent months. By value, total retail sales were up 2.8% year over year in August versus 3.8% in July. Larger retailers, which form the bulk of UK retailing, saw solid year-over-year growth of 3.5% in August, versus 3.1% in July. Shop-price inflation stood at 0.6% in August, down from 0.8% in July. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: July 2025 US Retail Sales Outlook: Projecting 3+% Growth To Continue Amid Mixed Economic SignalsHoliday 2025: Government Shutdown-Related Reduction in SNAP, Other Payments and Salaries Could Meaningfully Impact US Holiday SpendingThree Data Points We’re Watching This Week, Week 32: US Store Tracker ExtraHigher-Income Sentiment Improves; Holiday Shopping Is Firmly Under Way: US Consumer Survey Insights