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US retail sales rise in April as consumers rush to avoid tariff hikes

The surge in spending, reflected in a variety of retail sectors, underscores consumer confidence in key areas like digital products, electronics, and groceries.

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Primark expands in Italy with €40m investment

The retailer plans five new stores in Rome, Biella, Perugia and Naples.

Easter and warm weather spur UK retail footfall surge in April 2025

Northern Ireland recorded the highest footfall surges among all UK countries at 14.3%.

Skechers launches first European performance store in Belgium

The store features specialised collections for football, running, golf, basketball, and pickleball.

Ahold Delhaize posts strong Q1 sales growth and reaffirms 2025 outlook

The company expects a 2025 operating margin around 4% and underlying EPS growth in mid to high-single-digits.

Weis Markets’ Q1 FY25 performance in line with expectations

The retailer’s unadjusted first quarter comparable store sales excluding fuel increased 1% year-on-year.