UK Retail Sales Beat Expectations in June 2026

UK retail sales volumes rose 1% month-on-month in June 2026, the ONS reported, against forecasts of a 0.3% decline. Year-on-year growth hit 4.2%, nearly double the projected 2.3%. The Guardian linked the surge to record heat, World Cup spending, and online shopping growth. These figures are a first estimate and may be revised.