Entries in 'Recession' (39)
Consumer confidence drops for fifth consecutive month
NEWSGfK’s latest report has revealed that consumer confidence has fallen for the fifth month in a row, with its score dropping to -22.
84% of British shoppers say nation is still in recession
NEWSA study by the British Retail Consortium has found that while consumer confidence has risen by three points since December 2009, concerns about the recession are still at the forefront ...
End of recession could still hurt retailers
NEWSDespite the fact that Britain is now struggling out of recession, the ongoing problems securing credit could still hurt retailers.
ISP take-up unaffected by recession
NEWSThe market for broadband internet remained relatively stable through out 2009, thanks in part to continued business take-up.
IT key for business post-recession
NEWS62 per cent of CEOs see IT as important in their post-recession strategy, research has shown.
Worst of recession over for PCs?
NEWSThe worst of the recession could be over for the PC industry, as worldwide shipments are expected to reach 285 million this year.
Retail warns of bleak year ahead
NEWSThe biggest names in UK retail are preparing for another tough year on the high street.
Intel: PC sector is rising from the recession
NEWSIntel CEO Paul Otellini believes that the PC industry is now on a path out of the recession.
Education software to remain strong despite recession
NEWSThe increasing use of computers at home and at school means that software sales are becoming an increasingly important part of retailers' year.
Britons go for gadgets over Gucci
NEWSUK consumers are opting for technology over clothing to improve their image, according to a report by Microsoft.
IT sector buoyant as recession ?ends'
NEWSConfidence among business professionals has moved to its highest position for two years, according to data provided by the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAEW).
HP: "Business is stabilising"
NEWSHP has seen both revenues and profits fall during the last quarter, but despite that said: "business is stabilising".
Nvidia claims recession boosting mobile devices
NEWSThe recession is encouraging many consumers to opt for less powerful mobile devices, rather than top-end machines, claims Nvidia.
Xmas to make or break recovery
NEWSThis Christmas period will prove to be make or break for the channel and wider economy, according to a financial expert.
Brits refuse to give up technology
NEWSBritain's love affair with technology means more are willing to cut back on other luxuries such as holidays and meals out, than the latest mobile phones, televisions and internet access, ...
Recession slowing spending online
NEWSOnline sales are beginning to suffer the effects of the recession, with figures out today showing growth at half the level it was last year.
Resellers riding out recession
NEWSA study of the UK's top 1,000 resellers has found that two-fifths are financially 'strong', and well placed to weather the recession according to the latest study from Plimsoll.
Budget software provides boost to retail
NEWSBudget software has been hailed as a recession-busting product by channel experts.
Downturn can boost component sales, claims channel
NEWSThe economic crisis is opening up new opportunities to push components to consumers, several channel experts have told PCR.
Recession not slowing Apple's retail plans
NEWSApple has said that the recession isn't making the company slow down its retail expansion plans, but rather speeding them up.
