Luxury sales fall as shoppers reject price hikes
Global personal luxury goods sales are forecast to drop 2% in 2025, marking the first two-year decline since the financial crisis. Discover why affluent shoppers are turning away from premium brands.
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Martin Lewis clarifies key consumer rights for Christmas
Money expert Martin Lewis sets the record straight on refunds and returns this festive season. Discover your legal rights and how to claim what you're owed.
Criminals steal £111m in goods from UK haulage firms
Organised crime gangs are buying haulage firms using stolen identities to steal lorry loads of parcels, costing the UK £111m last year. Discover how this sophisticated freight crime impacts consumers.
Botulism alert: Almond milk recall over health fears
Health officials issue emergency warning as potentially deadly botulism toxin discovered in popular almond milk products. Full details on affected batches and symptoms to watch for.
Dutch Court Rules Against Apple in LVMH Tax Battle
The Dutch High Court has ruled against Apple in its legal dispute with LVMH over €13 million in back taxes, marking a significant victory for European tax authorities.
Life coach accused of luxury kitchenware theft ring
A professional life coach from an affluent background stands accused of orchestrating a sophisticated shoplifting operation targeting luxury kitchenware across Southern England.
Louvre Jewellery Heist: Suspects Hunted After Major Theft
French authorities are hunting multiple suspects after a sophisticated robbery at the Louvre's flagship Paris store, where thieves made off with jewellery worth millions in a brazen daylight theft.
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard Holiday Collection
The Duchess of Sussex launches her first festive range featuring artisanal jams and exclusive tableware, continuing her brand's rapid expansion since March debut.
$500K Swarovski crystal heist foiled in NY police operation
New York authorities have intercepted a massive international crystal smuggling operation, recovering over $500,000 worth of stolen Swarovski merchandise destined for Norway in a sophisticated police sting.
UK smashes world record with £15m fake vape seizure
In the largest seizure of its kind worldwide, UK Border Force and Trading Standards have intercepted over £15 million worth of illegal e-cigarettes containing dangerous substances, uncovering a sophisticated criminal network flooding Britain with counterf
Russia's tea and coffee crisis deepens amid sanctions
Exclusive investigation reveals how Western sanctions are creating severe shortages of tea and coffee in Russia, with prices soaring and consumers facing empty supermarket shelves.
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.
Unilever restructures North American business operations
Consumer goods giant Unilever announces significant restructuring of its North American operations, affecting household names including Dove, Marmite and Magnum as part of global efficiency drive.
Trump Tariffs Target Mattel: Barbie Price Hike Fear
Former President Donald Trump's proposed 10% universal tariff could significantly increase costs for toy giant Mattel, potentially making Barbie dolls and other popular toys more expensive for UK consumers.
London's Luxury Watch Crime Wave: Police Reveal Shocking Figures
Exclusive Metropolitan Police figures expose alarming rise in luxury watch thefts across London, with organised gangs targeting high-value timepieces in sophisticated operations.
Hermès pays UK artisans £450 for £7k Birkin bags
Exclusive investigation reveals Hermès pays UK artisans just over £450 for handmade Birkin bags retailing at £7k+, sparking ethical concerns.
32 arrested in UK's biggest shoplifting operation
Major police operation targets organised crime networks behind stolen goods sales across the UK, with 32 suspects arrested and luxury items worth millions recovered.
Avoid Vinted Scams: Spot Fake Goods Guide
Expert guide reveals the red flags for counterfeit items on Vinted, Depop and eBay. Learn essential safety tips to protect your money when shopping second-hand online.
Ferrari cuts UK cars as wealthy flee tax raids
Luxury car manufacturer Ferrari dramatically reduces British allocations as high-net-worth buyers relocate abroad following Labour's proposed tax increases on luxury goods and non-doms.
Reeves courts LVMH for UK luxury investment boost
Labour's first female Chancellor launches charm offensive targeting French luxury giant LVMH, signalling new pro-business approach to economic growth.
Supermarket Bakery Taste Test: Surprising Winner Revealed
We put six major supermarket bakeries to the ultimate taste test - the results will shock you! Discover which high street giant offers the best value and quality in our comprehensive bakery battle.
Cronulla garage treasures sell for thousands in auction frenzy
A lifetime of forgotten possessions from a Cronulla garage transformed into a treasure trove for bargain hunters, with vintage tools and collectibles selling for thousands in a dramatic clearance auction.
Fake millionaire jailed for six years in Hermès scam
Anthony May, who posed as a wealthy property developer, has been sentenced to six years for defrauding victims of luxury goods and cash in an elaborate con that funded his lavish lifestyle.
Harrods vs Fortnum & Mason: Luxury Hamper Price Reveal
Discover which of London's most prestigious department stores offers the most extravagant - and expensive - festive hampers this Christmas season.
Amazon's Service Crisis: From Titan to Trouble
Once the undisputed king of online retail, Amazon now faces a crisis of customer confidence as delivery failures, counterfeit goods, and deteriorating service plague its operations.
Harrods sales hit record £654m as luxury shoppers return
Knight Frank report reveals luxury retail resurgence with Harrods leading the charge as affluent international shoppers flock back to the capital.
PepsiCo exits New York for Connecticut in Trump-era move
PepsiCo relocates from New York to Connecticut as CEO Chris Coleman cites changing consumer landscape and political climate under Trump administration.
North Korea's elite secretly get breast implants
Exclusive investigation reveals how North Korea's wealthy women are secretly undergoing cosmetic surgery in defiance of regime ideology, creating a dangerous underground market for forbidden beauty procedures.
Trump's Universal Tariff Plan Alarms Economists
Former President Trump vows to impose massive tariffs on all imported goods, threatening higher prices for British consumers and potential global trade wars.
London jeweller: Too risky to wear gold and Rolex
Exclusive: Renowned London jeweller reveals why displaying luxury items in the capital has become too dangerous, citing rising street crime and sophisticated theft operations.
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