Declining cash use in UK puts digital in focus
Consumer reliance on cash has significantly declined across the UK, according to the latest survey by The Payments Association. The…
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Mohamed Dabo
Mohamed Dabo is a seasoned journalist with extensive experience in financial reporting. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous work in the United States and France, along with his numerous contributions to business and financial publications over the years.
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US retailers face uncertainty over Trump’s tariffs and port strikes
The National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates have highlighted rising import levels at major US container ports, driven by…
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UK corporate distress rises, retail hit hardest
The latest Societal Impact report from The Institute for Turnaround (IFT) reveals troubling trends in the UK business landscape, with…
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Returns become a key focus in US retail strategy
Returns remain a significant challenge for US retailers, with total returns projected to reach $890bn in 2024, according to a…
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NRF Chief Economist predicts retail sales growth this season
The holiday shopping season has launched with promising momentum, as strong third-quarter economic performance and robust consumer activity suggest a…
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UK retail sales sluggish at festive season’s start
Retail sales in the UK faced a challenging November, with total sales falling by 3.3% year-on-year. This marked a sharp…
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How QR codes and smart data capture are transforming retail
The retail landscape is undergoing a digital transformation, with QR codes emerging as a powerful alternative to traditional barcodes. Jess…
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UK retailers announce huge temporary hiring for Christmas
As the Christmas season approaches, UK retailers are gearing up for one of the busiest periods of the year. Sainsbury's…
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UK launches auction system for vacant shops
The UK Government’s High Street Rental Auctions (HSRAs) initiative, a central component of the Levelling Up and Regeneration Act 2023,…
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E-commerce dominates US Black Friday
Black Friday 2024 demonstrated the growing influence of e-commerce in the United States, with online retail sales soaring by 14.6%…