Retail outlook brightens as Swedish trade confidence improves
The outlook for trade is brighter. The situation is better than it has been in a long time, according to a new survey from the Swedish Chamber of Commerce.
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Warm April Boosts Fashion Retail Sales in Sweden
An unusually warm April boosted clothing sales in Sweden, shows the industry organization Swedish Trade's monthly Style Index.
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E-commerce Drives March Surge in Clothing and Shoe Sales
After a weak February, the clothing trade turned upwards in March, shows the industry organization Swedish Trade's monthly Style Index. Above all, e-commerce is doing very well.
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Sweden's New Trade Deal Boosts Pay and Cuts Working Hours
Pay rises, shorter working hours and overtime compensation for part-time employees. This is what the new collective agreement entails, which the trade union Handels has negotiated with the employer organization Svensk Handel.
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Many bought shoes in January
The year started strong for the fashion trade and particularly well did the shoe sales, according to the Swedish Trade Style Index for January 2025.
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Tight situation in retail trade – growing Shein concern
Daily goods and party trade are starting to see a brighter future, but the so-called future indicator is declining within occasional purchase trade, shows Swedish Trade's trade barometer for January 2025.
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Black Week did not boost clothing sales
The last week of November did not give the same boost to clothing retail as it usually does. The Swedes held on to their wallets and e-commerce declined compared to last year.
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Mild weather slows down clothing sales
The mild weather is holding back the demand for warmer clothing and shoes, which is affecting sales negatively.
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