UK retail chief detects “hint of optimism” in consumer confidence
UK consumer confidence showed tentative signs of improvement in January as the latest BRC-Opinium sentiment index recorded a modest uptick…
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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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Carrefour trials environmental scores on clothes
Carrefour has started rolling out environmental labelling on a selection of garments from its own-brand Tex clothing line as part…
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Retailers push back against “complacency” on UK inflation
UK retailers have warned against complacency after official data showed UK inflation rising at the end of 2025, underlining continued…
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How a Dutch supermarket turned checkout lanes into social spaces
When a Dutch supermarket introduced a slower checkout lane in 2019, the aim was not to improve efficiency or boost…
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UK updates guidance on grocery supply rules to support suppliers
The UK government has issued updated guidance to help grocery suppliers better understand their rights when working with large supermarkets,…
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German retailers demand “necessary reforms” in 2026
The German retail sector has called on the federal government to prioritise economic reforms and regulatory relief in 2026 as…
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Why invoicing matters more in Mexico’s retail sector
Invoicing has become a defining factor in customer experience in Mexico’s retail sector, as businesses face rising expectations for speed,…
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Mattel adds autistic Barbie to growing inclusive toy range
Mattel has introduced its first autistic Barbie doll, a new product in its Barbie Fashionistas inclusive toy range designed to…
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Why US retailers want new swipe fee legislation
US retail trade groups have intensified their push for swipe fee legislation as costs tied to credit card processing continue…
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US lawmakers face pressure over organised retail crime bill
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has renewed its call for the United States Congress to pass the federal retail crime…