Lidl plans 16 new Northern Ireland stores by 2032
Discount retailer Lidl has outlined plans to add 16 supermarkets in Northern Ireland by 2032, taking its regional network to…
18 Feb 2026
Carrefour 2025 sales grow as profit hit by currency and integration costs
French retailer Carrefour reported like-for-like (LFL) sales growth in 2025, with stable EBITDA as gains in France and Spain were offset by integration and currency pressures. Group sales, including VAT,…
18 Feb 2026
UK retailers call for online VAT reform consultation
A coalition of 18 business groups and tax experts has written to the UK Treasury calling for a formal consultation on online VAT reform. The letter, coordinated by the British…
18 Feb 2026
Lego targets 50 India stores by 2030 – report
Danish toymaker Lego plans to expand its retail footprint in India with 50 branded outlets by 2030, expanding in one of its fastest-growing Asian markets. The company currently operates four…
18 Feb 2026
European Commission launches DSA proceedings against Shein
The European Commission (EC) has launched a Digital Services Act (DSA) probe into Shein over illegal products, addictive design features and recommender-system transparency. The EC said the proceedings will scrutinise…
17 Feb 2026
Reliance Retail pilots in-store search platform at apparel outlets – report
India’s Reliance Retail is testing an in-store search and discovery platform across selected apparel outlets to better connect physical and digital shopping. The retailer is running the pilot at its…
17 Feb 2026
Very Group refinances debt and extends maturities to 2030
UK online retailer The Very Group has refinanced key borrowings, extending maturities to 2029-2030 and cutting costs after reducing debt by £150m ($203.9m). Backed by owner Carlyle, the refinancing extends…