Retail
-6.5
2.1
5.9
5.6
7.9
-
-9.8
Retail
2005
2006 2007
2008 2009 2010
2011
3.6%
movement in
average prices
“
Despite strains on the consumer
purse and the increasing presence
in the high street of small-format
supermarkets, the independent
convenience sector continued to
hold its own. The migration by
independents to ‘symbol’ brands
in both stores and forecourts
demonstrates the sector’s desire to
compete. While market conditions
continue to suppress transaction
volumes, the sector looks sure to
benefit from corporate demand for
going concern opportunities and
new sites in 2012.”
Steve Rodell
Director and Head of Retail
46
Business Outlook
2012
