Weight loss jabs blamed for UK Christmas food sales dip
UK festive grocery sales fell 0.2% in volume despite higher spending, with analysts blaming GLP-1 weight loss injections. Discover how retailers are adapting to the 'less but better' trend.
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River Island closes 32 stores as shoppers blame High Street hours
River Island confirms 32 store closures this January as shoppers pinpoint 'key reason' for High Street decline: operating hours that clash with the modern 9-5 workday.
Inside Beaconsfield: UK's historic town with £1m+ homes
Explore Beaconsfield, the desirable Buckinghamshire market town where average house prices exceed £1m, independent shops thrive, and Britain's oldest pub calls home. Discover its celebrity appeal and historic charm.
Inside Beaconsfield: UK's oldest pub and £1m+ homes
Explore Beaconsfield, a historic Buckinghamshire market town where average house prices exceed £1m, celebrities reside, and Britain's oldest pub calls home. Discover its unique charm.
Tiny £1,750pm London flat has claustrophobic spare room
A minuscule nine-square-metre studio flat in Pimlico is on the rental market for £1,750 per month. The 'yacht-inspired' space features a mezzanine spare bed with barely a foot of headroom. Discover the stark contrast with UK property prices.
Next in talks to acquire Russell & Bromley
High street giant Next is reportedly pursuing a takeover of the 145-year-old family-owned shoe retailer Russell & Bromley. Read the latest on this potential retail acquisition.
River Island to close 32 UK stores in 2026
Fashion retailer River Island is shutting 32 stores across the UK, citing online shopping and high costs. The move follows a £32.3m loss. See the full list of closures.
River Island Closing 32 UK Stores in Major Restructuring
Fashion retailer River Island announces closure of 32 UK shops, citing online shopping surge and high costs. See the full list of affected locations and why shoppers saw it coming.
Housebuilders to Report as UK Market Remains Sluggish
Persimmon, Vistry and Taylor Wimpey will publish trading updates next week, offering a crucial snapshot of the UK's sluggish housing market. Read the latest analysis.
Historic Grainger Market gets £9m Levelling Up revamp
A £9 million Levelling Up Fund investment will transform Newcastle's historic Grainger Market into a top European destination, with new pavilion and events space. Discover the changes.
Tesco Christmas sales up 3.2%, shares fall on missed target
Tesco's UK sales grew 3.2% over Christmas, below analyst hopes of 3.9%, causing a 5% share drop. The supermarket, however, achieved its best market share in a decade. Read the full analysis.
Historic Newcastle Market's £9m Upgrade Nears Completion
Newcastle's 200-year-old Grainger Market is set to reopen after a major £9m restoration, promising a revitalised shopping experience to rival top European markets. Discover the improvements.
Tesco's Market Share Hits 28.7% After Festive Sales Rise
Tesco celebrates its highest market share in over ten years after a successful Christmas period, with sales growth putting profits on track for the upper end of guidance. Read the full analysis.
Tesco's festive sales rise, market share hits decade high
Tesco's market share jumps to 28.7% as festive sales grow 3.3%, putting profits on track for top end of guidance. CEO cites intense competition and focus on value.
UK Retail Footfall Sees Biggest December Rise Since 2011
UK retail footfall surged 1.3% in December, the strongest annual uplift for the month since 2011, driven by evening socialising. Discover the festive trends reshaping shopping.
Stamford: The 'Mini Oxford' with 170 Independent Shops
Discover Stamford, Lincolnshire's 'mini Oxford', crowned the UK's best high street for independent shops. Explore its 170 unique boutiques, weekly market, and stunning stone architecture.
Stamford: UK's top independent shopping high street
Discover Stamford, the Lincolnshire town dubbed a 'mini Oxford' with 170 independent shops, a weekly market, and stunning historic architecture. Plan your visit today.
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Claire's UK Enters Administration After Years of Decline
The iconic teen retailer Claire's has been placed into administration, marking a sad end for the high street's 'temple of girlhood'. Discover the story behind its rise and fall.
Next hikes profit forecast but warns of jobs market impact
Next has upgraded its full-year profit forecast following better-than-expected Christmas trading. However, the retailer warns of a significant slowdown ahead due to UK employment pressures. Read the full analysis.
Food Inflation Rises to 3.3% in December
Shop price inflation edged up in December as food costs rose to 3.3%, pressuring household budgets. Experts warn of 'sticky' inflation in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Food Inflation Hits 3.3%, Driving Up Shop Prices
New data reveals UK shop price inflation edged up in December, driven by a sharp rise in food costs to 3.3%. Discover the pressures on household budgets and the outlook for 2026.
UK EV sales surge 24% as new car market grows 3.5%
UK new car registrations grew 3.5% in 2025, surpassing 2 million vehicles. Pure electric car sales jumped nearly 24%, capturing a 23.4% market share. Read the full industry analysis.
2025 UK Property Hotspots & Cold Spots Revealed
New data reveals the UK's top 20 property hotspots and cold spots for 2025. See which postcodes saw the biggest price rises and falls, from Suffolk to Sunderland.
1 in 10 UK Workers Plan to Quit Their Job This Month
A major survey reveals a wave of career discontent in the UK, with 10% of workers planning to quit this month and 41% wanting a career overhaul. Discover the causes and the push for education reform.
FTSE 100 crosses 10,000 for first time in 2026 opener
The FTSE 100 index surged past the 10,000-point milestone on its first day of 2026 trading, setting a new intraday record. Discover the market drivers and expert analysis for the year ahead.
FTSE 100 Breaks 10,000 Milestone for First Time
London's FTSE 100 index has smashed through the 10,000-point barrier for the first time ever, marking a historic start to 2026. Discover the stocks driving this rally and what it means for UK markets.
FTSE 100 breaks 10,000 barrier in historic rally
London's FTSE 100 index has smashed through the 10,000-point barrier for the first time ever, marking a historic start to 2026. Discover the sectors driving this monumental rally.
UK House Prices Resilient in 2025, Nationwide Says
UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, says Nationwide. Forecasts predict 2-4% growth for 2026. Read the full market analysis.
House Prices Resilient in 2025, Says Nationwide
Nationwide reports UK house prices were resilient in 2025 despite a soft December. Forecasts suggest 2-4% growth for 2026. Read the full market analysis.
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