Physical entertainment fell 19% in the 12 weeks to 30 June 2019, according to Kantar, which blamed falling shopper numbers and a lack of big-name release in the music, film and gaming sections.
Music, Video and Games up 4.5% in H1, ERA says
UK consumers spent more than £100 million a week on digital music, video and games in the first half of 2019, according to latest data from the Entertainment Retailers Association (ERA).
Virgin Media Store looks for added-value growth
With a digital-only offering still in the pipeline, Virgin Media Store continues to see strong demand for its digital and disc offering but has been unable to benefit from industry-wide digital promotions. Christopher Barrett talks to the service’s Senior Manager Adrian Zak about the way ahead for the platform.
Consumers gearing up for Christmas…says eBay
Monday marks the beginning of Christmas shopping season, according to eBay.
Virgin Media to roll out gigabit broadband
Nearly 15 million UK households will have access to gigabit broadband speeds by the end of 2021, according to plans unveiled by Virgin Media.