Asda launches wholesale convenience pilot in Glasgow, UK
UK supermarket chain Asda has launched a wholesale supply arrangement for independent convenience retailers. Called Asda Convenience, the pilot involves…
14 Aug 2026
C&S Wholesale Grocers to take majority stake in Winn-Dixie
US-based C&S Wholesale Grocers has revealed plans to acquire a majority stake in supermarket chain The Winn-Dixie Company. The grocer had previously formed part of a group of private investors…
14 Aug 2026
UK retailers warn zero-hours reforms could hit jobs as costs reach £2.9bn
UK retailers have warned that proposed reforms to zero-hours and low-hours contracts could put jobs at risk after government analysis estimated that the measures could cost UK employers up to…
14 Aug 2026
Frasers Group acquires department store chain Harvey Nichols
Frasers Group has acquired department store chain Harvey Nichols from FTI Consulting, the business consulting company that had been appointed administrator to oversee its sale. Owned by billionaire Mike Ashley,…
14 Aug 2026
JD.com returns to operating profit despite revenue decline
JD.com recorded income from operations of 4.54bn yuan ($673.2m) in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, compared with an operating loss of 859m yuan in the same period a year…
14 Aug 2026
UK independent retailers set out six Budget demands
The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has set out six demands for the Autumn Budget 2026, focusing on rising business costs and competition from overseas ecommerce. The trade body is…
13 Aug 2026
Beauty and cosmetics retailer Douglas’ stores “under review” after Q3 loss
Douglas Group is reviewing stores against profitability targets after posting a net loss in its third quarter to June 2026, as weak demand in Germany, France and the Netherlands and…