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CBI Distributive Trades Survey


The respected barometer of high street trade

First introduced in 1983, this authoritative indicator of short-term trends in the UK retail and wholesale distribution sector carries significant weight in the formulation of economic policy at the Bank of England and within government. It is a highly respected barometer of high street trade.

Quarterly and monthly surveys
Aimed at senior executives and sales managers and released with monthly updates, this quarterly survey tracks optimism, employment, prices, investment and stocks.

The monthly issue provides a vital update on volume of sales, orders and stocks.

A wealth of information
This timely guide to retail and wholesale trade is published within seven days of its closing date and covers:
  • Total distribution
  • Retail, wholesale and motor trade activity
  • Employment
  • Type of outlet
  • European harmonised survey data
As part of the subscription, we are also including a monthly summary of the 23 individual sectors, where we are able to release data, via electronic word document or pdf file. For further information on CBI Business Surveys, email Jonathan Wood or Nicola Grimwood.

All participants receive a free summary of results for their sector.

Go to the survey release dates page.

Prices Full subscription Single copies
CBI members: £ 385.00 £ 30.00
Non-members: £ 460.00 £ 45.00

There is no postage and packing charge for full subscription purchases. Single survey publication purchases attract a postage and packing charge of £1.50 per item within the UK. International and bulk orders may be subject to different postage rates.


Frequency: Quarterly plus monthly updates

Please read ordering information before proceeding.

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