High street giant Primark reports a stellar 46% surge in annual profits, defying economic headwinds. Parent company ABF credits savvy buying and the powerful Oracle retail platform for its success, with NATO's stability bolstering European sales.
A damning new report exposes how major fossil fuel companies are reaping enormous profits while Europe bakes in record-breaking, climate-driven heatwaves, leading to thousands of preventable deaths.
Fashion giant Inditex, the parent company of Zara, posts a 7% surge in sales and a 13% jump in profits, defying inflation and demonstrating the resilience of its business model.
Primark's parent company, ABF, reports a significant surge in sales and profits, driven by post-pandemic demand and new store openings across Europe.
Groundbreaking research from UCL exposes how Britain's notorious Victorian workhouses were directly financed by the brutal transatlantic slave trade, forcing a national reckoning with our colonial past.
Exclusive data reveals London's food inflation is significantly higher than the UK average, with major supermarkets facing accusations of profiteering. Discover which boroughs are hardest hit and why.
In a surprising turn, John Lewis and Primark report strong sales growth, challenging the broader retail downturn and offering a glimmer of hope for the UK high street.
Exclusive: Turing Award winner and 'Godfather of AI' Geoffrey Hinton predicts a dystopian future where corporate AI profits lead to widespread joblessness and soaring inequality, urging for a radical rethinking of society.
Danish energy giant Ørsted faces catastrophic financial losses, cancelled projects, and massive job cuts as rising costs and supply chain issues cripple offshore wind ambitions.
In a surprising turn, John Lewis and Primark report strong sales growth, challenging the broader retail downturn and offering a glimmer of hope for the UK high street.
Discount retail giant Home Bargains is set to close all its UK stores for three days in September for an extensive staff training programme, promising a revamped customer experience upon reopening.
Iconic accessories retailer Claire's is set to close several of its UK stores as part of a major Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) restructuring plan, impacting the British high street.
John Lewis Partnership announces major expansion plan to create 10,000 new roles in rental services, financial products, and refurbished furniture, marking significant shift in retail strategy.
Electronics retailer CEX has sparked fury after employees created a controversial window display featuring a mannequin slumped over a till, labelled 'Average Retail Worker'. The stunt has been branded 'disgusting' and 'tone-deaf' by furious customers.
Christine Woodson faces multiple felony charges after police allege she orchestrated a brazen scheme to steal high-value Slushi Ninja machines from Target stores across Virginia in a sophisticated retail crime operation.
Sainsbury's has abruptly ended its trial of personalised, AI-driven pricing for Nectar cardholders after a customer backlash over 'secret' price changes. The scheme, which offered individual discounts in London and Bath, has been scrapped.
A furious customer at a Birmingham wig shop launched a violent rampage, throwing displays and threatening staff after being refused a refund, in a shocking incident caught on CCTV.
Under Daniel Kretinsky's ownership, Royal Mail reports a dramatic profit surge to £348m, marking a stunning turnaround for the former state monopoly and silencing critics of the controversial acquisition.
A veteran supermarket security guard reveals the sophisticated and brazen methods used by organised criminal gangs to plague UK retailers, costing millions and creating a climate of fear for staff and shoppers.
Poundland confirms 11 additional UK stores are set to close permanently in 2024, following a strategic review by parent company Pepco. Discover the full list of affected locations and what it means for the high street.
Fenix International, the British firm behind OnlyFans, reports record profits as the platform's creator economy continues to thrive, with over 3 million content creators and 250 million users worldwide.
Exclusive: US supermarket titan Kroger confirms significant job cuts across multiple departments, leaving staff 'devastated' as it streamlines operations ahead of proposed merger with Albertsons.
Supermarket giant Asda faces backlash after paying zero UK corporation tax despite £1 billion profits, while its private equity owners extract massive dividends. Labour's Rachel Reeves condemns the 'unfair system'.
Discount supermarket giant Aldi is creating over 500 new jobs and opening 11 new stores in a massive expansion drive, boosting local economies and offering new shopping options.
UK banking stocks suffered a dramatic sell-off following reports that Rachel Reeves is considering a new windfall tax on lenders in the upcoming autumn budget. The proposal, aimed at funding national priorities, sent shockwaves through the financial secto
Another beloved high street name announces a wave of closures across England and Wales, impacting jobs and local communities. Get the full list of affected locations and the reasons behind the decision.
Jewelry and accessory retailer Claire's avoids collapse after a last-minute acquisition deal saves hundreds of UK stores and thousands of jobs. Full details on the rescue plan.
Supermarket giant Asda is embarking on a massive expansion plan, opening 20 new stores and creating over 1,600 new jobs, bringing its popular Just Essentials range and George clothing to more communities.
London's FTSE 100 index suffers significant losses as Rolls-Royce shares plummet 9% and Burberry issues profit warning, triggering widespread market anxiety.
The iconic accessories chain Claire's has been saved from bankruptcy after a new buyer stepped in to acquire its UK and European operations, securing the future of its British high street stores.