MRI OnLocation for Footfall Analytics – Black Friday Builds Momentum

MRI Software’s latest footfall report shows encouraging momentum for Scotland’s retail sector in November, with month-on-month activity rising 0.6% and strong gains in shopping centres and retail parks. While annual figures reflect a continued shift toward online Black Friday shopping, consumers remain engaged with in-person retail as the festive season builds.

Black Friday evening brought a welcome boost, with footfall up 8.8% as shoppers paired bargain-hunting with festive outings. With strong consumer intent heading into December and historically high footfall expected in the days before Christmas, retailers are well-placed to capture late-season demand and end the Golden Quarter on a high.

Read the full report here.