BRC urges political backing amid May footfall drop
UK retail footfall saw a year-on-year decline in May 2024, according to the latest BRC-Sensormatic IQ data. Despite this overall…
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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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Leading retail body slams Conservative Manifesto
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has issued a response to the Conservative Party's manifesto released ahead of the upcoming general…
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Pop Mart: A Chinese player in the Western toy market
Chinese toy company Pop Mart is making significant waves in the Western market, aiming to capture the hearts of collectors…
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New King Charles III banknotes enter circulation
Banknotes featuring the portrait of the UK's King Charles III were introduced into circulation yesterday (5 June). These notes feature…
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Chinese authorities seize millions in counterfeit goods from Pandabuy
In a major crackdown on counterfeit goods, Chinese authorities have raided the headquarters of Pandabuy, a significant player in the…
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New payment methods challenge retailers
Retailers are facing an increasingly complex environment, juggling changing regulations, new payment methods, and emerging technologies such as AI. Alex…
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Online shops struggle with customer service efficiency, report finds
A recent analysis reveals significant gaps in customer service among the UK's top 100 online retailers. This new report highlights…
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The very first Magnet franchise opens doors in Kent
Magnet, a kitchen retail brand, has announced the opening of its first franchise store scheduled for 20 June 2024 in…
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UK retail sector eyes AI as marketing spend predicted to surge
The use of AI in UK advertising is seeing a rapid rise, with projections indicating a significant increase in spending.…
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Amazon and Grubhub launch US food delivery partnership
Amazon has entered into a partnership with Grubhub to facilitate restaurant deliveries across the US. Customers of Amazon in the…