Illicit retail boom drives intimidation of UK regulators
Threats and intimidation against UK Trading Standards Officers (TSOs) are rising, linked closely to the rapid growth of illicit retail…
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.
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UK responds to retail crime surge with legal overhaul
The UK has introduced new legislation aimed at tackling rising levels of retail crime, as industry leaders warn that violence,…
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EU’s one-click cancellation rule hits retail in 2026
Online retailers selling into the European Union must prepare for a major change to subscription and returns processes from June…
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German retail faces BNPL reality check
Germany’s new consumer credit rules are set to reshape how retailers use “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) at checkout, with…
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UK shop price inflation eases as heavy discounting drives retail prices down
UK shop price inflation slowed in April 2026 as retailers increased discounting across key categories, according to new data from…
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US retailers eye $38B windfall from Mother’s Day spending
US retail sales are set for a seasonal lift as Mother’s Day spending is forecast to reach a record $38bn,…
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Food and beauty drive UK Easter retail growth
UK retail sales saw an uplift in the run-up to Easter, with food and beauty categories leading overall growth as…
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UK subscription and cancellation reforms expected spring 2027
UK subscription reforms aimed at stopping “subscription traps” are now expected to take effect in spring 2027, giving retailers and…
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UK consumer confidence remains subdued amid ongoing pressures
UK consumer confidence remains deeply negative, with the latest British Retail Consortium (BRC)-Opinium data showing no improvement in economic sentiment…
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Weight loss drugs disrupt retail inventory
The growing use of GLP-1 weight loss drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro is changing how people shop and…