Summer shopping starts slow as footfall falls across UK
Retail footfall in the UK fell by 1.7% in May compared with the same month in 2024, according to new…
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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 retail growth softens as tariff fears fade
Retail sales in the United States continued to grow in May, although the pace of spending eased compared to previous…
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Poundland moves to new ownership under Gordon Brothers
Pepco Group has finalised the sale of its Poundland business to Gordon Brothers International LLC, marking a significant step in…
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US retail layoffs spike +274% in 2025
Job cuts across the United States surged by 80% in the first five months of 2025 compared with the same…
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UK retailers cautious as Spending Review outlines key reforms
The Chancellor’s Spending Review on 11 June 2025 set out a sweeping multi-year plan that aims to boost public services, infrastructure…
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Temu, Shein pivot to Europe to bypass US tariffs
Chinese-founded budget e-commerce platforms Temu and Shein have been increasing their presence in European markets as their sales decline sharply…
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US retailers speed up imports before China tariff hits
Import volumes at major US container ports are projected to rise significantly this summer, as retailers move quickly to bring…
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Weapon-related retail crime surges across Australia
Australian retailers have reported a significant increase in retail crime involving weapons over the past year, with data revealing a…
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PM writes to retail leaders amid soaring job losses
The UK retail industry, one of the country's largest private sector employers, has received formal recognition from the Prime Minister’s…
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Amazon and US rivals navigate volatile tariff landscape
The upcoming Amazon Prime Day 2025 arrives the United States amid widespread concern over shifting US-China trade policies, with tariff…