All articles by Hugh Radojev – Page 14
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NewsEmployment Rights Bill ‘will make it harder to keep and create jobs’
Labour’s Employment Rights Bill will lead to job losses and price increases, according to a new poll of 31 retailers.
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NewsChatGPT launches new search function to ‘improve shopping experience’
ChatGPT has today rolled out a new functionality in its search feature which allows customers to search for, compare prices and buy products.
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NewsAsda trials new George concept store
Grocery giant Asda has unveiled plans to trial a new George standalone concept store to potentially replace its Asda Living fascia.
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AnalysisWhile a win for retail, could Reeves’ ‘de minimis’ review lead to consumer backlash?
While the chancellor’s promise to review the UK’s de minimis rules was welcomed by retailers, could it be a double-edged sword for consumers?
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NewsRetailers welcome government ‘de minimis’ customs review pledge
Retailers have welcomed the chancellor’s announcement that she will review the UK’s ‘de minimis’ customs treatment of low value imports.
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NewsSainsbury’s expands Aldi Price Match and everyday essentials range
Sainsbury’s has launched what is called “the biggest ever Aldi Price Match in the market”, expanding the scheme to “make the start of summer more affordable”.
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NewsThe Entertainer expands Tesco partnership to over 2,000 Express stores
The Entertainer has expanded its partnership with Tesco to over 2,000 Express stores.
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NewsEaster footfall outstrips 2024 levels
Retail footfall across the UK was relatively flat in the week leading up to Easter, but increased consumer activity helped it surpass 2024.
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GalleryNew Balance reopens redesigned flagship to hit 'exciting milestone'
US sportswear giant New Balance has reopened its redesigned London flagship on Oxford Street, which it called a fully redesigned retail concept
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NewsMorrisons appoints new board member as part of senior team shakeup
Supermarket giant Morrisons has appointed a new board member as it shakes up its senior leadership team.
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NewsDHL suspends high-value US deliveries over tariffs
DHL Express has suspended deliveries to the US worth more than $800 (£603), blaming the “significant increase” in red tape at customs due to the introduction of tariffs by the Trump administration.
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NewsBensons for Beds owner mulls bid for Poundland
Alteri, the owner of Bensons for Beds, has emerged as one of several potential contenders to take over discounter Poundland.
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AnalysisIs there opportunity for UK retailers in Trump’s tariffs uncertainty?
While the news been dominated by economic doom and gloom due to US president Donald Trump’s erratic tariffs regime, could there be some opportunity in the uncertainty for UK retail?
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NewsMajestic Wine completes Enotria & Coe acquisition
Wine specialist Majestic Wine has completed the acquisition of premium wines and spirits supplier Entoria&Coe.
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NewsSosandar warns on profits as it shifts away from promotions
Fashion retailer Sosandar has revised down its full-year profit and sales expectations, as it is continuing its “transition away from price promotional activity”.
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NewsWHSmith sales jump but profit down as high street trading drags
WHSmith reported a jump in revenues but profit before tax inched down in its first financial update since announcing the sale of its flagging high street business.
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NewsMother’s Day and warm weather help retail sales offset global economic headwinds
Despite ongoing global economic headwinds and strong comparisons year on year, warmer weather and Mother’s Day both helped retail sales over the month of March.
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NewsCo-op Wholesale strikes multi-year partnership with Roadchef
The Co-op’s newly rebranded wholesale arm has today announced a new, multi-year contract with motorway service area operator Roadchef.
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NewsArc’teryx owner acquires outerwear brand Jack Wolfskin
The owner of outdoors brand Arc’teryx, Anta Sports, has snapped up Jack Wolfskin in a £222m deal to acquire it from sports equipment company Topgolf Callaway.
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NewsIceland to double petrol forecourt presence with EG Group tie-up
Frozen food specialist Iceland will double its forecourt presence through a new partnership with EG on the Move.