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Hard slog ahead for Sephora as it re-enters the UK market

Sephora’s UK website re-launch earlier this week has been blighted with problems, disappointing customers that were excited for the beauty…
Retail is set to modernise drastically in 2030

The retail landscape in 2030 will be very different from the traditional retail model as we know it. Key predictions…
Dry gardening could be lifeline for retailers in cost-of-living crisis

The gardening market has suffered this summer, not only from consumers wishing to spend less on their gardens amid high…
Discounters are a rising threat to UK health & beauty market leaders, Boots and Tesco

As UK consumers consider how they can cut back spending, with the price of goods and monthly bills rising sharply…
Prioritising value will improve rapid delivery loyalty and customer acquisition

Rapid delivery services have shaken up the food and drink market and are becoming a more serious challenger to less…

Retailers should refrain from introducing online return fees to keep customer loyalty

Zara’s decision to introduce a fee of £1.95 for online postal returns in the UK in May 2022 has proved…
Asia Bird’s Nest targets busy millennials with Wellnest superfood drink sachets

Asia Bird’s Nest Corporation, a Singapore-based lifestyle consumer goods company, has launched Wellnest, a superfood beverage that aligns with modern…
Denmark to introduce voluntary climate labelling ahead of a planned EU-wide roll out

In April 2022, the Danish Government announced it would begin funding the development of a climate label for food, making…
Retailers cannot expect immediate returns from sustainability initiatives

Retailers have been increasing investments in sustainability projects to reduce emissions and cut down on plastic usage, but while such…
Easter spending in the UK to reach £1.7bn in 2022

UK Easter spending is forecast to rise by 4.2% this year to reach £1.7bn, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. The main driver…

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