All articles by Mohamed Dabo

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.

Digital fatigue is driving shoppers back to stores

Physical retail is gaining a fresh opportunity as consumers become less responsive to digital marketing and increasingly seek trusted, sensory…
Heatwave drives UK shoppers away from stores

UK retail footfall declined in May as record sunshine and a late-month heatwave changed shopping behaviour, with many consumers choosing…
US retailers rush imports ahead of tariffs

Retailers are bringing forward shipments as businesses race to avoid potential tariff increases expected in August, pushing US container imports…
Royal Mail collection cap threatens small retailers’ busiest season

A new Royal Mail collection cap due to take effect on 3 August is raising concerns across the UK retail…
Why shoplifting and retail violence increase with major sporting events

Major sporting events can be a welcome sales opportunity for retailers, but they also create conditions that increase the risk…

Trade-ins help independent hi-fi retailers compete

Independent hi-fi retailers are strengthening their position by combining specialist customer service with trade-in programmes that encourage repeat purchases and…
Walmart is giving World Cup visitors an inside look at American retail

Walmart is using the FIFA World Cup to turn its stores into destinations for international visitors, expanding its retail strategy…
Luxury and premium retailers reclaim the resale experience

Luxury and premium retailers are taking greater control of the luxury resale market as brands invest in their own second-hand…
FCA report signals new era for AI in retail finance

Artificial intelligence is set to reshape retail financial services over the next decade, with banks, insurers, lenders and payment providers…
Why physical stores are becoming third places

Physical stores continue to play a vital role in retail, even as online shopping grows. Many consumers still prefer to…