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UK retailers prepare for new FCA finance rules

Retailers, lenders and insurers are adjusting to a new phase of UK regulation as the FCA tightens rules on consumer credit and insurance sales.

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Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle for $1.65bn

Under the terms of the agreement, Kroger will pay $1.25bn in cash and take on roughly $400m of Giant Eagle's existing liabilities.

EU imposes €3 duty on low-value parcels from outside bloc

The duty covers a broad range of items frequently purchased online, including clothing, toys, electronics and other consumer products.

TG Jones restructuring plan approved by London court – report

Judge Robert Hildyard sanctioned the plan, which includes a £15m ($19.9m) cash injection from Modella Capital, the private equity firm that bought the retailer from WH Smith just over a year ago.

UK consumers rein in home improvement spending

GlobalData research shows home improvement spending remains weak despite improving confidence.

German retail sales climb 1.1% in May

Measured against May 2025, turnover was up 1.8% in real terms and 3.2% in nominal terms.

Cumberland Farms completes $830m sale of Australian business

The disposal ends Cumberland Farms’ operations in Australia.

Nike swings to Q4 profit on tariff refund boost, but China slump deepens

Net income increased by just over four times, or 407%, to $1.06bn in the quarter.