UK retail sales plummet as consumer confidence hits record low
Britain's retail sector faces unprecedented challenges as sales volumes drop sharply amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, according to latest analysis from EY Item Club.
Britain's retail sector faces unprecedented challenges as sales volumes drop sharply amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, according to latest analysis from EY Item Club.
Britain's retail sector shows surprising resilience with September sales reaching their highest point in over two years, driven by strong jewellery and watch purchases ahead of anticipated Budget measures.
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
American retail colossus Target reveals plans to cut thousands of corporate positions in strategic cost-cutting move following disappointing sales performance and changing consumer habits.
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
Britain faces a retail crime crisis as shoplifting soars to unprecedented levels, with police failing to attend majority of incidents amid growing business fears.
Major police operation targets organised crime networks behind stolen goods sales across the UK, with 32 suspects arrested and luxury items worth millions recovered.
Tesco extends its dominance as Britain's largest retailer with strategic price cuts and digital innovation, leaving competitors struggling to keep pace in the fiercely competitive grocery sector.
Exclusive: Waitrose deploys stark anti-shoplifting posters in employee areas as UK retail theft surges. The upmarket supermarket chain adopts direct messaging to staff about rising losses.
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
Liverpool's Church Street emerges as UK's second busiest shopping destination as London's Oxford Street faces decline, signalling major shift in British retail landscape.
The iconic high street staple that served generations of British shoppers will shut its doors forever next month, leaving nostalgic customers sharing emotional memories.
Pet retail giant Petco announces significant store closures across the United States, joining growing list of retailers facing challenging market conditions and shifting consumer habits.
Marks & Spencer launches its inaugural French food hall at Aéroville shopping centre near Paris, bringing British favourites to continental customers with more European expansions planned.
Exclusive insight into Target's ambitious UK expansion strategy, including their clever 'Tarjay' rebranding and premium product offerings designed to win over British consumers.
Another major blow hits the UK High Street as popular retailer confirms 23 store closures across England and Wales, leaving staff and communities reeling from the latest retail casualties.
An American visitor's candid first impressions of Marks & Spencer have taken social media by storm, revealing what US shoppers really think about the iconic British retailer.
Walmart closes its Prince Rupert location in British Columbia, leaving residents facing food desert concerns and highlighting Canada's growing retail challenges.
Exclusive investigation reveals how affluent professionals are turning to shoplifting for excitement amid cost-of-living pressures, creating a new crime wave hitting UK retailers.
British retailers are implementing significant price increases as business rate rises and other taxes force them to pass costs to consumers, creating fresh inflationary pressure across the UK high street.
Dozens of high street locations face closure as leading retailers including Greggs, Co-op and JD Sports announce restructuring plans affecting communities across Britain.
Discover how Build-A-Bear Workshop defied the retail downturn with a savvy digital pivot and experiential offerings, leading to a stunning profit surge and ambitious expansion plans across the UK.
New Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major crackdown on shoplifting and assault against retail workers, pledging tougher penalties and a new standalone offence to safeguard UK high streets.
Great Britain's retail sector enjoyed a significant boost in September as unseasonably warm weather drove consumers to purchase summer clothing, with sales volumes rising 1.2% according to the Office for National Statistics.
Exclusive research by the Mirror names Westminster as Britain's top shopping destination, while Blackburn faces a stark struggle. Discover the full ranking and what it means for your local high street.
Discover how a classic UK seaside resort is defying the national retail crisis with a bustling high street, independent shops, and a thriving community spirit that's drawing visitors back.
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Marks & Spencer stages a remarkable financial comeback, with profits surging 58% as its bold 'Never the Same Again' transformation strategy delivers results. Discover how food and clothing sales are driving growth.
The beloved British heritage brand Laura Ashley is set for a triumphant return to the UK high street, announcing plans for a new flagship store five years after its collapse into administration.