UK CPI annual inflation rate dips to 3.2% in March 2024
The UK Consumer Prices Index (CPI) annual inflation rate has decreased to 3.2% in the 12 months to March 2024, …
IKEA unveils first distribution centre in Ireland
Swedish home furniture retailer IKEA has inaugurated its first distribution centre in Ireland. Located in Rathcoole, Dublin, the new 27,000m² facility has …
7-Eleven closes acquisition of 204 US stores from Sunoco
Convenience store chain 7-Eleven has successfully closed the takeover of 204 US stores from independent fuel distributor Sunoco. The $1bn deal …
ALDI launches checkout-free technology in Chicago, US
Grocery retailer ALDI has partnered with Grabango to launch ALDIgo checkout-free shopping at a suburban Chicago-area store. The Grabango system was …
Auchan Poland leverages Ocado Smart Platform
In a major boost to its online grocery business, Auchan Retail Poland has announced it is now live with the …
Adidas reports 8% increase in currency-neutral revenues in Q1 FY24
Sports footwear and apparel brand Adidas has announced an 8% growth in currency-neutral revenues for the first quarter (Q1) of …
Walmart to deploy Swisslog automation solution in Texas, US
Multinational retail corporation Walmart has partnered with Swisslog to implement an advanced automation solution in its Robinson facility in Texas, …
Amazon prioritises safety, sustainability, and speed in European deliveries
Amazon is making strides in Europe to ensure safe deliveries, reduce its environmental footprint, and maintain its industry-leading delivery speeds. Safety …
UAE grocery chain Spinneys to float on Dubai Financial Market
Spinneys 1961, a grocery retail supermarket operator in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Oman, has announced its intention to …
BRC demands tougher stance from PCC to combat retail crime
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has urged a more stringent approach from the Police and Crime Commissioners (PCC) to combat …
Boohoo Group introduces AI-powered search and merchandising tech
Boohoo Group has expanded its use of search and merchandising tools provided by the cloud-based e-commerce experience platform Bloomreach. Already a …
B&M European Value Retail reports 10.1% revenue increase in FY24
British variety store chain B&M European Value Retail has announced a revenue increase of 10.1% for the fiscal year 2024 …
K-Retail: How the Korean Wave has taken over global retail
South Korean culture is prevalent in many areas of modern daily life, whether that’s food, TV, fashion, or music. This prevalence …
Gopuff offers brands super-fast delivery on their own websites
Gopuff is shaking up the e-commerce world with the launch of Powered by Gopuff, a platform that empowers brands to …
Superdry seeks revival through restructuring and potential delisting
British fashion retailer Superdry finds itself at a crossroads. Facing declining sales and mounting losses, the company has unveiled a …