Why is Shein rubbing France the wrong way?
Shein’s ultra-fast-fashion juggernaut has hit a wall in France, where regulators, retailers and protesters are pushing back over ethics, pricing…
03 Nov 2025
“Put it back, mate!”: why shoplifting in Australia’s turned nasty
Australia’s retail crime has shifted from garden-variety mischief to full-blown menace. Wesfarmers — the owner of Bunnings, Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Priceline — told investors its teams faced more than…
12 Sep 2025
Gift Cards: retail’s best bet for a strong holiday season
Every holiday season feels important for retailers, but this year, the pressure is different. Shoppers are showing signs of caution in response to inflation and ongoing economic uncertainty, but they’re…
17 Apr 2025
How global tariffs are affecting UK shoppers’ wallets
The UK retail market in 2025 is facing major changes, driven by a mix of pressures both at home and abroad. Consumers are feeling the strain of rising costs, and…
15 Apr 2025
Trump’s tariff roller coaster leaves markets baffled and confused
President Donald Trump's aggressive tariff strategy in 2025 has introduced significant volatility into global markets, leaving investors, businesses, and policymakers grappling with a landscape marked by unpredictability and economic strain.…
04 Apr 2025
Amazon’s TikTok play: What it means for tech and users
As the April 5 deadline for TikTok to secure a US buyer looms, a new and unexpected bidder has entered the race—Amazon. The e-commerce and cloud computing giant is now…
29 Nov 2024
Savings or Spin? What the regulator found out about loyalty discounts
The grocery landscape has long been shaped by loyalty schemes, with supermarkets offering enticing discounts to card-carrying members. But are these deals genuinely beneficial or merely a clever marketing ploy?…