UK inflation: Middle East tensions feed into retail prices
Retailers in the UK are starting to see early signs that geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are feeding through…
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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EU ends practice of destroying unsold clothes and shoes in July 2026
The European Union will ban the destruction of unsold clothes and shoes from 19 July 2026, marking a major shift…
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UK retail sentiment falters amid Middle East tensions
UK retail sentiment is weakening as the Middle East crisis drives uncertainty across consumer spending, retail footfall and inflation expectations,…
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Retail sales in US increase as households use tax refunds
Retail sales in the United States increased in March, supported by higher tax refunds that helped offset rising petrol costs,…
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US competition watchdog prepares antitrust case over rising egg prices
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) is preparing a civil antitrust case focused on rising egg prices, in a move…
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Retail groups rally to defend US–Canada–Mexico trade deal
Retail trade bodies in the United States, Canada and Mexico have called for governments to preserve the North American trade…
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Early Easter drives UK food sales surge
An early Easter boosted UK retail sales in March, with food sales driving growth as households increased spending on groceries…
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Why IKEA operates as a Swedish brand with Dutch ownership
The global retailer IKEA operates under a dual structure that combines Swedish brand identity with Dutch corporate ownership. This model…
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Rising UK energy costs hit consumer spending power
Rising UK energy prices are set to leave the typical household £480 worse off in 2026, reducing consumer spending power…
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UK retail sales struggle as Middle East tensions raise costs
UK retail sales slowed in March as consumer demand remained weak and rising costs linked to Middle East tensions began…