All articles by Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâAs Christmas nears, the picture is bumpy but not bleakâ
Retailers should be prepared for unpredictability ahead, but be ready for a strong finish, observes PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâNowâs the right time to assess the potential for retail M&Aâ
The current environment presents a unique opportunity for astute buyers of businesses, maintains PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâWill UK consumer confidence follow in the same direction as the US?â
Consumers are concerned about their finances and geopolitics. PwC retail specialist Lisa Hooker considers whether the UK may nevertheless prove resilient
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OpinionâThe vibecession is lingering but things should be more positive heading into summerâ
The retail landscape is likely to remain challenging but itâs also ripe with opportunities for those willing to pivot towards growth, believes PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâConsumer sentiment is low but some retailers can still be optimistic about golden quarterâ
Retailers that can make consumers feel like their purchase is essential or make products feel like an affordable treat are likely to have the greatest success this Christmas, maintains PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâPeople are starting to feel richer and that should translate into higher retail spendingâ
The first half of the year may have been challenging but the months to come â including the golden quarter â hold more promise, believes Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâFrom checkout to check-up: is now the time for retailers to diversify into services?â
People are increasingly prepared to pay to manage their health and wellness, which could spell opportunity for retailers, believes PwCâs Lisa Hooker.
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OpinionâPositive signs hint at upturn in retailersâ fortunes as the year progressesâ
PwCâs Lisa Hooker unpicks the messages from retailâs golden quarter
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OpinionâStores are here to stay but how should they adapt to different shopping missions?â
Itâs important for retailers to think about the role of different stores in different locations and how they service individuals, says Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâFashion stands out as signs bode well for retailers this Christmasâ
Categories such as fashion look well positioned for success as the golden quarter nears, believes PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâLarger retailers can learn plenty from innovative independentsâ
The creativity and innovation that independents bring to the high street and the industry offer valuable lessons to all retailers, believes PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâRetailers will have to work harder this year to persuade people to shopâ
After surprise success in 2022, what should retailers expect from the year ahead? A rebalancing of sales channels, hybrid business models and the right marketing mix all have a part to play in success this year, believes PwCâs Lisa Hooker
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Opinion'Difficult trading conditions offer a good opportunity to accelerate renewal'
While many retailers will approach uncertain conditions by looking to reduce costs and scale back, arbitrarily cutting investment is not a long-term approach, believes Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâAs recession looms, how will consumers behave this time around?â
Leaders must look back at how retail fared in 2008, the last prolonged recession in the UK, for indicators of how spending may play out next year, advises PwC consumer markets leader Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâYounger people â your future consumers â now as likely to enjoy shopping in-store as onlineâ
Digital natives are now less wowed by the capabilities of online and will drive the future of stores, says PwC UK industry leader for consumer markets Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâAmid all the turbulence, retail starts the year from a position of relative strengthâ
Christmas was good for many retailers, but to maintain share or increase growth in a volatile environment, it will be necessary to invest in differentiation, believes PwC industry leader for consumer markets Lisa Hooker
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OpinionâWhy customers need our help to shop more sustainablyâ
Consumers want to make better choices, but itâs down to retailers to help them do that and ease the transition to a net-zero economy, says Lisa Hooker, industry leader for consumer markets at PwC.
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OpinionâItâs time to talk about Christmas â and it should be less volatile this yearâ
When we agreed to collaborate with Retail Week on Christmas in July, we expected a mixed response.
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VideoFace time: PwCâs predictions for Christmas 2021
Kicking off Christmas in July, Retail Week executive editor George MacDonald speaks to PwCâs Lisa Hooker on the golden quarter ahead
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OpinionLisa Hooker: âVaccine confidence is driving a golden generation of shoppersâ
For the first time in months, non-essential retailers and outdoor hospitality businesses have reopened in England.