"Before you embark on a new venture, here are the key points to consider."

"High employment and a young, prosperous population are good news for investors."

"Retailers must reflect their customers' changing needs if they are to remain successful."

"By 2025 consumers will no longer make the distinction between buying online and in store.  "

"Garden centres have more to offer today's investors than colourful winter bedding."

"How can businesses remain competitive in a rapidly changing retail landscape?"

"The right operators can enhance dwell time, broaden customer base and improve the overall shopping experience."

"For retailers of affordable everyday goods, convenience is the key to success."

"The public won't be the only ones hitting the shops during the run-up to Christmas."

"With sales up 12 per cent from January to June, sporting goods is the best-selling category so far for 2015, with Opticians coming in at second place."