Asda sells 24 stores to raise £568m as sales fall
Asda is selling 24 stores and a distribution centre in a £568m leaseback deal as sales fall 3.9% and market share declines. Read the full analysis of the supermarket's challenges.
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Walmart hikes outlook as affluent buyers boost earnings
Walmart upgrades its annual forecast after a surge in high-income shoppers and online sales fuels record quarterly revenue. Discover how the retail giant is thriving.
Target's $5bn overhaul after shopper complaints
Target announces a $5 billion revamp to address messy stores and falling sales. Discover the new customer service initiatives and digital upgrades coming to stores.
The Works shares slip after online sales tumble
The Works reports a slight sales dip as online trade plummets 36%, overshadowing strong store performance. Bosses remain 'pleased' with strategic progress. Read the full update.
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
Wisconsin Badgers to Sell Alcohol at Football Games
The University of Wisconsin-Madison joins the Big Ten alcohol revolution, bringing beer and wine sales to Camp Randall Stadium for the 2024 season in a major policy shift.
Unbeatable TV Deals 2024: Smart Savings Guide
Discover the year's best television bargains with our expert guide to cutting-edge 4K, QLED, and OLED screens from Samsung, LG, Sony and more. Save big without compromising on quality!
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.
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.
Next beats Christmas forecasts, raises profit guidance
British fashion giant Next surpasses expectations with better-than-expected Christmas trading and raises profit guidance for the fourth time, signalling resilience in challenging retail climate.
October 2025 Sales: Your Ultimate UK Deal Guide
Discover the biggest October sales events across retail, tech, fashion and homeware. Our expert guide reveals when and where to find the best discounts this autumn.
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.
UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April
Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.
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.
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.
UK beer sales plummet amid cost of living crisis
New industry data reveals British drinkers are cutting back on beer purchases amid rising prices, with supermarkets and pubs experiencing significant sales declines.
Reeves demands economic growth plan in first day as Chancellor
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches economic fightback with urgent growth directive to ministers, warning Britain faces 'most challenging inheritance since WWII' with public finances in worst state ever recorded.
US Bible sales surge amid political tensions
American conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's viral claim about rising Bible purchases ignites conversation about religion's role in modern politics and cultural shifts
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.
UK economy shows zero growth in April, ONS figures reveal
New ONS figures reveal the UK economy showed no growth in April, complicating Rachel Reeves' economic strategy just days after taking office as Chancellor.
UK Economy Stagnates with Zero Growth in April
Britain's economy showed no growth in April 2024, with wet weather dampening retail sales and construction output. Get the full analysis of the UK's economic standstill.
UK economy grows 0.4% in August, Reeves welcomes recovery signs
Britain's economy expanded by 0.4% in August, marking a significant turnaround after months of stagnation. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces cautious optimism amid ongoing economic challenges.
UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.
UK wage growth outpaces inflation after two-year squeeze
Official figures show regular pay rose 6.2% annually while inflation slowed to 4.6%, bringing relief to British workers after prolonged cost-of-living pressures.
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