Reviews, AI and comparison tools are reshaping retail
GlobalData research shows consumers are increasingly researching, comparing and verifying products before buying, raising the importance of accurate information throughout …
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NRF Foundation names seven retail leaders shaping the industry’s future
The NRF Foundation, the charitable arm of the US-based National Retail Federation (NRF), has named seven executives from companies including …
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UK retail jobs hit record low as employment costs rise £6.5bn
UK retail employment has fallen to its lowest level on record as retailers face higher payroll and wage costs, according …
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Polish retailer Pepco eyes African sourcing amid shipping disruption – report
Pepco Group is looking to expand its manufacturing base into Africa as it seeks to diversify supply chains that have …
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RM Williams eyes Japan entry as part of international push – report
Australian bootmaker RM Williams is considering an expansion into Japan, with chief executive Paul Grosmann identifying the country as the …
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Amazon Now crosses $1bn in gross annualised sales – report
US retail giant Amazon's quick commerce unit, Amazon Now, has surpassed $1bn in gross annualised sales in India over the …
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Kroger trims 2026 sales outlook despite profit gains
US supermarket chain Kroger has reduced its full-year 2026 guidance for identical sales, excluding fuel, to 0.2%-0.8%, from the 1%-2% …
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US retail imports stay strong as demand holds
US retail imports are set for an extended peak season, with September forecast to become the busiest month of 2026 …
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England’s Overnight Visitor Levy could squeeze high-street spending, retailers warn
The British Independent Retailers Association says money raised through the levy should be reinvested in the high streets and local …
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Scottish retailers urge government to rule out new taxes
Retailers in Scotland have urged the Scottish Government to rule out new taxes on the sector, reduce business costs and …
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What John Lewis results reveal about the UK shopper
GlobalData research on John Lewis’ first-half performance highlights how cautious UK consumers are delaying discretionary purchases despite the retailer’s efforts …
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High US diesel prices put retailers and consumers under pressure
US diesel prices have risen above $6 a gallon, pushing up freight and delivery costs for retailers and increasing the …
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Rozetka: How Ukraine’s retail sector is adapting to war
When three ballistic missiles destroyed Rozetka’s main automated logistics hub outside Kyiv in August, they did more than wipe out …
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Independent retailers press Chancellor for business rates action ahead of Budget
Bira is calling for action on business rates and employment costs as independent retailers seek clearer evidence that the government’s …
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UK retailers face greater unfair dismissal exposure under six-month rule
Employees will gain ordinary unfair dismissal protection after six months rather than two years from January, increasing pressure on retailers …
