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US retail crime shifts from shoplifting to fraud

US retail crime is evolving beyond shoplifting as organised criminal groups increasingly use fraud, scams and supply chain theft, NRF research finds.

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Couche-Tard agrees Żabka acquisition in 32.62bn-zloty deal

The Canadian convenience and mobility operator will make a voluntary tender offer through its wholly owned subsidiary Circle K Polska.

Seven & i secures Y300bn from PayPay, SoftBank and Sumitomo Mitsui

Under the deal announced on 31 July, each investor will subscribe Y100bn for 48.30 million common shares in Seven & i.

UK retail’s winners and losers revealed

A new GlobalData report forecasts total UK retail sales to grow by 3.2% to £481.8bn in 2026, but the outlook varies sharply by sector.

Retail in extraordinary times

From wartime rationing to pandemics and natural disasters, retailers have repeatedly helped keep societies functioning when everyday life breaks down.

Sainsbury’s agrees £120m sale of Argos to Swift Partners

The UK supermarket group said the disposal would allow it to focus on its core food business and its Next Level Strategy.

Adidas Q2 revenue climbs 14% on FIFA World Cup demand

In euro terms, revenue for the three months to 30 June climbed 13% to €6.74bn from €5.95bn a year earlier, marking what Adidas described as its “highest” quarterly net sales to date.

eBay completes $1.2bn acquisition of fashion resale platform Depop

The platform will continue to run under its existing brand, platform and customer experience, with no immediate changes for users.

Prada Group revenues climb 16% to €3.04bn in first half

EBIT was €523m, compared with €607m a year earlier, and group net income declined to €327m from €386m in the first half of 2025.