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.
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.
Greggs plans 800 new stores and two factories despite falling sales. Is the UK's appetite for sausage rolls waning? Analysis of the high street giant's crossroads moment.
A staggering 8,234 US stores shut permanently in 2025, a 12% rise on 2024. Discover which major chains collapsed and why experts say the 'retail apocalypse' is a myth.
IKEA is shifting its supply chain to source more furniture in the US, driven by Trump's tariffs and pandemic disruptions. Discover how this impacts prices and jobs.
Trader Joe's expands with three new US stores, including a strategic Florida location near a Publix. The chain plans over 40 openings this year to compete with Aldi and Publix. Read more.
Upmarket bakery chain Gail's announces major expansion with 40 new stores across England by early 2026, following a 20% sales surge. Discover the strategy behind its growth.
Upmarket bakery chain Gail's reveals ambitious expansion plans for England, targeting 40 new outlets by early 2026. The move comes despite local protests over gentrification and rising business losses.
Upmarket bakery chain Gail's has announced plans to open 40 new stores across the UK, focusing on locations outside London in a major boost for the high street. Read the full story.
As Black Friday begins, the Retail Trust reveals 77% of shop staff face intimidation. The charity urges shoppers to show respect with simple smiles and thank yous during the festive rush.
Thousands flock to Australia's first MINISO LAND at Westfield Chatswood, featuring exclusive Disney, Pokémon and Sanrio collaborations. Discover the must-have items causing shopping frenzy.
The government has approved Heathrow's £49bn expansion, including a third runway. The project promises 100,000+ jobs but faces fierce environmental opposition. Read the full details.
Marks & Spencer announces a massive 500-store expansion plan for its Food business, aiming to double its size and create hundreds of new jobs across the UK.
Co-op launches 11 new stores across the UK from Bristol to Scotland, creating local hubs and jobs. See the full list of locations and discover exclusive member offers.
As Australia prepares to host COP31, Prime Minister Albanese faces criticism for expanding gas projects while advocating climate action. The IEA warns of massive LNG glut threatening 1.5°C target.
Marks & Spencer announces a massive expansion of 500 new UK stores, featuring wider aisles and larger car parks. Discover the full details of their growth strategy.
Marks & Spencer announces a major expansion of 500 food-only locations across the UK following a devastating cyber-attack that cost the firm £324 million. Discover their recovery strategy.
Nando's is accelerating its UK expansion with 14 new restaurants planned by February 2026. Discover the full list of locations and the financial results driving this growth.
Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand Skims achieves $5 billion valuation after $225 million funding round, significantly increasing her reported $1.7 billion fortune. Discover how the brand plans to expand globally.
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
Major coffee chains Starbucks and Dutch Bros announce aggressive expansion strategies across Britain, signalling intensified competition in the UK's thriving café market.
High street giant Primark reports impressive 7% sales growth despite inflation pressures, with major expansion plans including new Twinings partnership and US store openings.
Discount supermarket giant Aldi reveals ambitious expansion plans with 16 new locations set to open, creating hundreds of jobs and bringing bargain groceries to more communities.
An American man's quest for an Australian adventure inspired by Steve Irwin turned into a harrowing tale of homelessness, spider attacks, and double imprisonment. Discover how his dream life Down Under became a cautionary story.
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.
Marks & Spencer announces ambitious expansion plan with 20 new stores across the UK, creating over 3,400 jobs and bringing back beloved fashion brands.
Asda continues its aggressive UK expansion strategy with the acquisition of a former Co-op store in Burnley, creating 110 new jobs as the supermarket war intensifies.
Exclusive: Woolworths reveals shocking scale of retail crime epidemic as supermarkets deploy facial recognition and body cameras to protect workers from violent attacks.
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.
Supermarket giant Morrisons reveals ambitious growth strategy with 250 new convenience stores planned, creating thousands of jobs across Britain amid retail transformation.
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.