The Top UK Retailers
Who are the top retailers in the UK right now? When it comes to online shopping, you may be surprised to learn than many of the leading online retailers actually have physical stores too.
Let's look at the list in terms of visitor numbers:
1. Amazon UK
So much more than a book store these days. Amazon quickly expanded into CDs and DVDs. These days, it's the source of just about everything that you wish for. It's also definitive proof that you don't need a physical presence in order to succeed.
2. Argos
It seems that this high street name has made an impressive crossover into the online world. Who would have thought it? Once again, Argos undoubtedly benefit from the range of products that they're able to offer, as well as their reputation for competitive pricing. Argos discount codes.
3. Play.com
Positioned surprisingly highly, but showing just how important entertainment is to many of us. Just like Amazon, they operate without any physical stores.
4. Apple
With the iPhone and iPod dominating the communications and music industries in recent years, it's no surprise to see Apple high on the list. Visitor numbers must be boosted, we presume, by iTunes music downloads and visitors looking for Support on existing products.
5. Amazon.com
The "US version" of the site has obviously stuck in the mind of many of us. The domination of Amazon knows no bounds.
6. Tesco
The UK's largest retailer. Their website enables you to order your groceries online and so much more too.
7. Marks & Spencer
One of the nation's favourite high street stores, it seems that M&S has made an extremely successful transition to the world of online sales. M&S offers.
8. John Lewis
John Lewis are on of those department store chains who always seem bigger than they actually are. But there's no doubt that this partnership are big-hitters online right now.
9. Next
The stylish choice for high street clothing. Next have successfully got us all buying our clothes online, even though some analysts in the early days said that wouldn't, or couldn't happen. Next sale offers.
10. Easyjet
The budget airline are the top travel company in the list. They only accept bookings online - it helps them to keep their costs down, enabling us all to benefit from cheap flight prices.
11. Thomson Holidays
The second travel company in the list and the first that provides complete holiday packages.
12. Expedia
The dedicated online travel company.
13. Tesco Direct
With everything from video games to widescreen televisions, Tesco Direct has been a key part of Tesco's strategy to expand away from their original focus on groceries.
14. ASOS
An internet phenomenon. "As Seen On Screen" provide fashionable items that you've seen worn by the stars.
15. Thomas Cook
One of the oldest travel companies in the UK, but their ranking shows that they've not been slow to adopt new technologies and marketing strategies.
16. Ryanair
The Irish airline offer cheap flights to a wide range of European locations. Hot on the heels of Easyjet, it would seem.
17. Currys
If you're looking for a new television, cooker, fridge or microwave then you may well think to visit Currys - either online or in one of their UK stores. Currys discount codes.
18. Debenhams
Another high street department store who have successfully made the move online. They benefit from the reputation built up over years in business.
19. Topshop
Clothing for women. Topshop provide stylish clothing at low prices. They've clearly been a hit online.
20. B&Q
For all your DIY needs! B&Q will be pleased to be leading the way in this sector, out-performing their main rivals. B&Q Offers.
21. Lastminute.com Travel
22. HMV.com Music and entertainment
23. New Look Fashion
24. TheTrainLine Train travel
25. Comet Electricals
26. Littlewoods Online catalogue (Littlewoods discount codes)
27. River Island Fashion
28. Tesco Superstore Groceries and more
29. Game Video games
30. Asda Groceries
31. British Airways Flights
32. PC World Computers and accessories
33. LoveFilm DVD rentals
34. Very Online catalogue (Very discount codes)
35. Boots Chemist
36. Asda Direct Entertainment
37. Ticketmaster Event tickets
38. Dell Computers and accessories
39. Travel Republic Travel
40. IKEA Home furnishings
41. Sainsbury's Groceries and more
42. Odeon Cinemas Cinema chain
43. Cineworld Cinemas Cinema chain
44. Screwfix Direct DIY (Screwfix discount vouchers)
45. First Choice Travel
46. Travelodge Hotels
47. O2 Shop Mobile phones
48. Orange Mobile phones
49. Homebase DIY
50. Vue Entertainment Cinema chain
Notes: These positions are as reported by IMRG and Hitwise (February 2010). It's worth pointing out that the number of visitors may not be representative of sales.
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