Why retail acquisitions fail: Lessons from Walmart, Target and Tesco
Retail acquisitions promise something few other strategies can deliver: rapid growth. By acquiring an established retailer, companies can gain immediate…
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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The AI fraud wave retailers must prepare for
Retailers are entering a new era of fraud risk as artificial intelligence (AI) gives criminals powerful new tools to deceive…
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Five retailers, five AI strategies
There is no single way to introduce AI into retail. That is the main message from GlobalData’s latest Global Retail…
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UK retail competition limits price rises as cost pressures increase
UK retail prices are being held in check by intense competition between retailers, even as businesses face rising operating costs…
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UK retailers update disposable BBQ guidance as wildfire risks rise
UK retailers are updating their approach to disposable BBQ sales as concerns grow over the risk of wildfires during hot,…
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UK retailers: Shoplifting fall fails to reveal true crime levels
A fall in recorded shoplifting offences in the UK has been welcomed by retailers, but industry groups say the figures…
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June retail sales strengthen across the UK
UK retail sales grew in June as warm weather encouraged shoppers to buy summer products, helping retailers record steady growth…
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Why Walmart has no stores in the UK
Many international visitors are surprised to learn that Walmart has no stores in the UK. As the world's largest retailer,…
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Retail AI is moving from chatbots to digital employees
Retailers are giving AI real jobs. That is one of the strongest messages from GlobalData's latest Global Retail Innovations –…
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UK retail crime starts to fall as retailers fight back
UK retail crime is showing early signs of improvement as retailers, police and government agencies take stronger action to tackle…