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Retail and Wholesale

Barclays is a trusted partner to many leading UK retail and wholesale businesses, providing innovative banking and financing solutions to meet the challenges of this fast-evolving sector.

2023 Sector Outlook

Retail and Wholesale

Karen Johnson, Head of Retail and Wholesale, looks back over a year of two halves in 2022 and considers the opportunities this year for businesses to build sustainable models and embrace data.

Industry challenges and opportunities

  • Structural change as more and more retail is carried out online
  • Consumer confidence levels in changing economic climate
  • Changing consumer lifestyles and spending patterns
  • Fast growth/digital disruptors entering the retail market
  • Changing face of the high street.

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Client advantages

As well as a dedicated Relationship Director you will also have access to a variety of products and solutions. Click on the areas below to find out more about how Barclays can support you.

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We provide specialists in key areas of the retail and wholesale sector to provide focused insight and support to every business.

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With an international network of local trade specialists, we offer a range of solutions to help you execute and expand your trading activities with confidence.

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We can help ensure cash is working hard for you across your whole business – from seamless coordination of payments to efficient treasury management.

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