British retailers urge action as Iran conflict drives up costs
The UK's retail sector has urged the government to act on increasing business costs linked to the Iran conflict, saying…
06 May 2026
Ireland’s DPC investigates Shein over EU data transfers to China
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) has opened an investigation into Chinese online retailer Shein over the transfer of European users’ personal data to China. The inquiry, launched under Section 110…
06 May 2026
Shopify Q1 revenue rises 34% as GMV tops $100bn
Canada-based Shopify has reported a 34% increase in first-quarter (Q1) 2026 revenue, with gross merchandise volume (GMV) surpassing $100bn. The e-commerce company's revenue for the three months to 31 March…
06 May 2026
Amazon to invest €15bn in France in largest-ever country commitment
Amazon has outlined plans to invest more than €15bn ($17.59bn) into France between 2026 and 2028, marking the US retailer's biggest financial commitment to the country to date. The funds…
06 May 2026
Iran tensions disrupt fashion retail supply chains
Shipping delays and rising freight costs linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East are continuing to disrupt global fashion retail supply chains, with both air and sea freight affected.…
06 May 2026
Price checks surge as Amazon expands price history to one year
Amazon has expanded its built-in price history tool to show up to 365 days of pricing data on product listings, a move that is already driving a sharp rise in…
05 May 2026
Wesfarmers flags price rises amid higher freight costs – report
Australian retailer Wesfarmers has said it will increase prices on various items as higher freight and fuel costs linked to the Iran war affect its business. During the Macquarie Australia…