Asda's IT upgrade blunder hits sales and recovery
Asda's £1 billion IT system transition caused severe stock disruption, slashing sales by 2.8% and delaying its turnaround by six months. Discover the full impact.
Asda's £1 billion IT system transition caused severe stock disruption, slashing sales by 2.8% and delaying its turnaround by six months. Discover the full impact.
Asda reports a 3.8% sales drop, blaming self-inflicted IT issues and government policies for killing consumer confidence. Read the full analysis of the supermarket's challenges.
Apple will ship 243 million phones in 2025, capturing 19.4% market share and ending Samsung's 14-year dominance. Strong iPhone 17 sales and emerging market growth drive this historic shift.
Liverpool manager Arne Slot brands the team's form 'ridiculous' after eight losses in 11 games. He admits feeling guilty for the club's defensive crisis. Read the full story.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% rise in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key trends shaping the economy.
US retail sales saw a slight 0.2% increase in September, indicating resilient consumer spending despite economic pressures. Discover the key economic drivers and potential impacts.
Your essential guide to Black Friday 2025. Discover which major UK retailers have sales live now, key launch dates, and which brands are boycotting the event. Bookmark this page for updates.
The Premier League resumes after international break with major injury updates, title race drama and managerial changes. Get all the latest team news and match previews.
A worrying new fitness report reveals a slump in UK physical activity, raising risks for obesity, heart disease and diabetes. Expert Sammy Margo shares essential tips to get Britain moving again.
Panera Bread launches its Panera RISE plan to hit $7 billion in sales by 2028. The strategy includes menu revamps, improved value, and better customer service after a 5.1% sales drop.
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.
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 announces a $5 billion revamp to address messy stores and falling sales. Discover the new customer service initiatives and digital upgrades coming to stores.
Target reports 12th straight quarter of falling sales as inflation pressures shoppers. New CEO faces challenge turning around retailer's fortunes. Read the latest analysis.
Global markets tumble as Google's CEO warns of AI bubble 'irrationality'. The FTSE 100 plunges, erasing £30bn. Discover the full impact on tech and crypto.
Discover the best supermarket sourdough bread for 2025. Our expert taste-test reveals the top loaves for flavour, toast, and everyday value from Waitrose, Asda, and more.
World markets tumble following Wall Street's worst day in a month, a major tech sell-off, and record weak investment data from China. Discover the full impact on global finance.
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.
Wendy's is shutting up to 300 US locations as the burger chain battles a 4.7% sales decline. Discover how soaring prices and outdated stores are driving customers away.
Discover which supermarket wines are worth your money as Independent's experts taste-test hundreds of bottles to bring you the definitive guide to affordable excellence.
A viral TikTok trend reveals how savvy shoppers are discovering hidden supermarket deals and scoring free items using a simple scanning trick that's taking retail by storm.
New research reveals which UK supermarkets are genuinely cheapest as cost of living crisis continues - with some surprising results that challenge traditional perceptions.
In a dramatic shift that's shaking British households, Aldi has been dethroned as Britain's cheapest supermarket. New research reveals which budget retailer has now taken the top spot in the ongoing cost of living battle.
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.
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!
Aldi reveals why certain shoppers are being redirected from self-service tills to traditional checkouts in stores across the UK.
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.
Discover the humble Coles product that's taken Australia by storm, beating thousands of competitors to win the prestigious Product of the Year award 2024.
Exclusive images expose deserted hallways at legendary Caesars Palace as Las Vegas experiences unprecedented summer downturn, with tourism numbers plummeting and room rates slashed.
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.