Black Friday 2025: UK Shoppers to Spend £14bn
British shoppers plan to spend nearly £14 billion during Black Friday weekend 2025, with Amazon leading sales despite rising scam concerns. Get expert shopping tips.
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Walmart profit soars as shoppers seek deals
Walmart exceeds profit expectations as budget-conscious Americans flock to the retailer. The company also announces a stock exchange move to Nasdaq. Discover the full story.
Home Depot Earnings Miss Amid US Economic Concerns
Home Depot reports third consecutive profit miss as US housing market struggles and consumer spending weakens. Discover what this means for the economy.
Gen Z's BNPL Spending Revolution
Discover how 'Buy Now, Pay Later' services are revolutionising shopping habits among young Brits, offering flexibility while raising financial concerns.
Bunnings Faces Pressure to Ban Dogs From Stores
The beloved DIY chain Bunnings finds itself at the centre of a heated national debate as calls intensify to prohibit pets in stores following a series of concerning incidents. As opinions clash between animal lovers and safety advocates, we examine whethe
Domino's profits slump as Brits cut pizza spending
Domino's Pizza Group reports significant profit decline as cost-conscious customers cut back on delivery orders amid ongoing inflation pressures.
Supermarket cuts prices on 200+ essentials in cost battle
A leading UK supermarket has launched dramatic price cuts on over 200 everyday items, bringing relief to shoppers struggling with rising food costs. The strategic move targets staples including bread, milk, and fresh produce.
Primark sales jump 7% amid retail expansion push
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Starmer: Tories may 'max out credit card' before election
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
M&S shares suffer worst day since pandemic
Marks & Spencer shares experienced their sharpest decline since March 2020 after the retail bellwether warned of weaker profits, sending shockwaves through the UK retail sector.
M&S launches major expansion with 20 new stores
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Carter's announces UK store closures and layoffs
Popular homeware retailer Carter's confirms sweeping store closures and layoffs across Britain, citing inflation, supply chain issues, and changing consumer habits as key factors.
Seasalt to open 30 new UK stores in major expansion
Popular Cornish fashion brand Seasalt is embarking on its biggest retail expansion yet, planning to open 30 new stores across the UK and create 350 jobs as demand for their colourful designs continues to grow.
Brits cut Christmas spending by £100 amid cost crisis
UK consumers plan to cut festive spending by nearly £100 this Christmas, with parties, gifts and food budgets all facing reductions amid financial pressures.
Why your grocery bill keeps climbing despite falling inflation
British shoppers face relentless price hikes at supermarkets as food inflation persists despite overall economic improvements. Discover which everyday items are hitting your wallet hardest.
Primark fan saves £600 monthly with no-spend challenge
A Primark superfan reveals how her shopping addiction was costing her £600 monthly until she started a no-spend challenge that's transforming her finances and mindset.
Gold rush drives UK retail sales to three-year high
British retail sales surged to their highest level in three years as consumers flock to gold investments and luxury goods, offering unexpected economic resilience despite ongoing cost-of-living pressures.
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.
Gold Purchases Drive UK Retail Sales to Highest Since 2022
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 CEO warns of organised retail crime surge
Target's chief executive Brian Cornell reveals escalating organised retail crime is putting staff safety at risk and costing retailers billions annually.
Target Plans Thousands of Job Cuts Amid Stagnant Sales
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.
UK Consumer Confidence Plunges to -30 in GfK Survey
New GfK survey reveals British consumer morale hits near-historic lows as households brace for economic challenges ahead of government budget announcement.
Major retailer announces 83 store closures across UK
Another beloved high street name faces significant restructuring as economic pressures force the closure of 83 stores nationwide, putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
£180,000 Hermès Offer: Skip Birkin Waiting Lists
Discover how Hermès is offering customers a chance to bypass their infamous waiting lists by spending £180,000 upfront. This revolutionary approach to luxury retail is changing how collectors acquire the world's most coveted handbags.
Tesco Extends Dominance as Britain's Retail Giant
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.
Government's Secret British Gas & Holland & Barrett Deals Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how government departments bypassed competitive tendering to award lucrative contracts to major corporations including Centrica and Holland & Barrett during critical periods.
Armed Raid on Woolworths Sparks UK Retail Crime Alert
Shocking armed robbery at Woolworths store highlights escalating retail crime wave sweeping Britain, with police hunting multiple suspects after dramatic staff confrontation.
UK Retail Sales Surge Despite Budget Tax Fears
New data from Barclays reveals UK consumer spending accelerated in September 2025, with retail sales growing 1.5% despite concerns about potential tax rises in the upcoming budget.
Walmart expands in New York as Macy's closes stores
Retail giant Walmart announces ambitious expansion into New York City, opening new stores and creating hundreds of jobs while challenging established competitors.
NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
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