Episode # 21 - CPI Pressure & Pricing Power - July Trading Unpacked

In Episode 21 of The Retail Scoreboard, Wayne Rigney – Co-Founder of the Retail Score – breaks down July's trading results and takes a forensic look at the role CPI is playing in shaping retail performance. From average transaction value to actual sale price, discounting strategies, and consumer sensitivity, Wayne uses anonymised data from 100+ leading retailers to reveal how inflationary pressure is impacting a number of KPI's and behaviour across the sector. You'll also hear insights on: Variation in price movement by category Whether discounting is driving sales or damaging value Early signals heading into peak season Access the full Retail Score Index and explore the trends shaping FY26: 👉 www.theretailscore.com