Five unionised Starbucks stores in Ontario reach first contracts
Private-sector union United Steelworkers (USW) has successfully negotiated initial collective bargaining agreements for five newly unionised Starbucks locations in Ontario, …
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Cencosud reports revenue uptick, net income in Q1 FY25
Chilean multi-format retailer Cencosud has reported a consolidated revenue of 4.03trn pesos ($4.31bn) in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal …
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First decline in US cargo imports since 2023 blamed on tariffs
The global container import industry has experienced steady growth over the past two decades, although recent projections suggest a decline …
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Primark to debut in Middle East with four new stores
Fashion retailer Primark has unveiled plans to launch in the Middle Eastern market via a collaboration with retail franchise operator, …
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REI Co-op achieves zero waste milestone in 2024
US speciality outdoor retailer REI Co-op has reached a significant environmental milestone by successfully diverting 90% of its waste from …
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Auchan plans to close 25 stores in Spain, cut 710 jobs
French supermarket group Auchan has revealed its intention to shut 25 stores throughout Spain and eliminate 710 jobs. Auchan operates under …
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Easter and warm weather spur UK retail footfall surge in April 2025
UK retail footfall has increased significantly in April 2025, driven by the combination of favourable weather conditions and the Easter …
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Skechers launches first European performance store in Belgium
Global footwear and apparel company Skechers has opened its first performance-focused store in Europe at Ghent, Belgium. This strategic move follows …
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US retail sales rise in April as consumers rush to avoid tariff hikes
Retail sales in April showed a marked increase, with consumers advancing their purchases to avoid higher prices expected to come …
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M&S cyberattack highlights risks of hybrid working
GlobalData surveying has found that nearly a quarter of small- to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) purchased a cyber insurance policy due …
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Ahold Delhaize posts strong Q1 sales growth and reaffirms 2025 outlook
Food retail group Ahold Delhaize has reported net sales of €23.28bn ($26.41bn) in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2025 …
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Weis Markets’ Q1 FY25 performance in line with expectations
Mid-Atlantic US food retailer Weis Markets has recorded total revenue of $1.2bn in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2025 …
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Primark expands in Italy with €40m investment
Fashion retailer Primark has unveiled a €40m ($45m) investment in Italy as part of its international growth plans to expand …
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DFI and Dingdong partner on cross-border retail initiative
Asian retailer DFI Retail Group (DFI) has entered a strategic partnership with Dingdong, a fresh food e-commerce platform, to enhance …
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Amazon reveals new robotic systems to improve delivery operations
Amazon has introduced several advanced robotics systems designed to enhance the efficiency, safety, and ergonomics of its delivery stations. Located in …
