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11:40 Heartbreak in 1 of UK’s most beautiful cities as another major chain closes

Loyal customers have been left devastated as a major chain closed its branch in Oxford this week.

09:40 Close Comment: Chuang Index closed up more than 1%, robot concept stocks exploded

Close Comment: Chuang Index closed up more than 1%, robot concept stocks exploded

07:38 Government pauses plans to ease slot machine rules across Great Britain

Fast-growing AGC sector ‘frustrated’ by decision to shelve relaxation of ‘80/20’ regulations

22:49 Budget supermarket with over 1,000 branches in UK to close major store in days

The supermarket will be closing its doors on April 27.

19:54 Massive coffee shop chain with 2,700 stores set to close branch within days

One of the UK's biggest coffee chains has announced the closure of a high street branch amid a string of other departures.

17:40 Beijing InfoComm 2025 | Chuangxiang Digital AI+XR builds a new model of intelligent digital retail

Beijing InfoComm 2025 | Chuangxiang Digital AI+XR builds a new model of intelligent digital retail

22/04 M&S apologises after ‘cyber incident’ hits contactless payments and online orders

Retailer reports issue to National Cyber Security Centre after tills stopped working in some stores from Saturday

22/04 Hobbycraft to shut 9 stores with 18 more at risk

Modella Capital, the parent company who also owns WH Smith, plans to axe a number of branches as soon as this week.

22/04 'Consumers are insecure': No recovery in sight for struggling cocoa market, Lindt CEO says

Lindt's Lechner said "the magnitude of these increases in raw material forced us, also, in the last years, to pass on a certain amount to the consumers."

22/04 Blow for UK market town as shop closes after 26 years following worst Christmas

Another town has lost a much-loved family business in one of the latest retail closures to hit Britain's high streets.

22/04 Bath & Body Works has a major tariff advantage. Here's what that means for shoppers

Bath & Body Works does a majority of its manufacturing in the United States, so tariff policies won't significantly affect its production costs.

22/04 Inside the $1 billion berry startup backed by Ray Dalio’s family office

Fruitist, known for its jumbo blueberries, has surpassed $400 million in annual sales and received backing from Ray Dalio's family office.

22/04 Hell is not other people – it’s being stuck in the ninth circle of an automated telephone service | Hilary Freeman

Tuvalu is celebrating its first ATM, but here’s a warning from the UK, where human contact has been lost to the self-service age, says author Hilary Freeman

22/04 Why are some commercial centers outside the wave of return?

Ho Chi Minh City- The stability of policies, services and profit-sharing trends instead of fixing the fixed price, causing the shopping centers to "live stable" before the wave of payment.

22/04 The "May Day" holiday catalysis, and the attractiveness of the consumer sector allocation increases

The "May Day" holiday catalysis, and the attractiveness of the consumer sector allocation increases

22/04 US dollar index hits three-year low, institutions say funds flow from US dollar assets to gold

US dollar index hits three-year low, institutions say funds flow from US dollar assets to gold

22/04 Dozens evacuated after unit fire breaks out

Four people have been hospitalised after a blaze tore through a Sydney unit block overnight.

21/04 Donald Trump to Meet with Major Retailers After Big Retail Opposed Tariffs

President Donald Trump will meet with major retailers on Monday after the National Retail Federation announced it does not back the president's reciprocal tariff policies.

21/04 Trump will host Walmart, Target, Home Depot execs for tariff meeting

Trump's aggressive tariff policies have caused uncertainty both for investors and business leaders, many of whom rely heavily on imported goods.

21/04 Award-winning discount chain announces closure of all its shops

It is unknown how many jobs will be lost as a result of the closures.

21/04 ‘It’s Disneyland for preppers’: why apocalypse-minded shoppers go to Costco

A doomsday meal bucket drew attention to something end-timers have known forever: the bulk store is the perfect place for stockpiling

21/04 Chipotle to expand to Mexico amid Trump trade war with U.S. neighbor

Chipotle is betting that Mexico's familiarity with its ingredients and appreciation for fresh food will win over consumers.

21/04 Heartbreak as bakery with ‘better sausage rolls than Greggs’ closes branch

A long-standing family-owned bakery chain will be shutting its doors on Saturday after more than 40 years.

21/04 UK supermarket chain removes self-checkouts from most stores

Booths first removed self-service checkouts in November 2023, and managing director Nigel Murray has said it has driven customer satisfaction scores up.

21/04 The sure sign we're about to enter a recession: frozen pizzas

When people get nervous about the economy, they turn to cheaper comfort food options like frozen pizza.

21/04 Gold prices have increased by more than 26% this year. Will they continue to rise in the future?

Gold prices have increased by more than 26% this year. Will they continue to rise in the future?

20/04 Trump tariffs could lead to a summer drop-off in economic activity after an 'artificially high' start, Chicago Fed chief says

Chicago Fed president Austan Goolsbee forecasts a potential short-term economic bump from President Trump's tariffs, followed by a summer drop-off.

20/04 Here are the stores that are open — and closed — on Easter Sunday

Remember to check a store’s hours — if they are open — since that will most likely vary due to the holiday.

20/04 What's open, closed on Easter 2025? Details on restaurants, grocery stores, retailers, more

Easter Sunday falls on April 20 this year. Here's what to know about what will be open and closed on the holiday.

20/04 ‘It might be gutted’ – Boots braces for dose of private equity’s bitter medicine

The 176-year-old chemist is preparing for another change of hands. What’s the mood of staff and residents at its home base in Nottinghamshire?

20/04 Domestic + foreign institutions are collectively optimistic! These high-performing stocks are in the "golden pit"

Domestic + foreign institutions are collectively optimistic! These high-performing stocks are in the "golden pit"

20/04 Thornton Foods releases limited package collaboration with Sanrio

Thornton Foods (Tokyo) will release limited edition packages nationwide starting late April, featuring a collaboration between the family cup jam and cream in paper cups and Sanrio (Tokyo). The three products are "Bulk Strawberry Jam", "Rich Peanut Cream" and "Melt-in Custard Cream", and are available in combination with "My Melody", "Hello Kitty", and "Pom Pom Pudding". Retro...

20/04 Ten years on, insiders reveal how homegrown food retail giant Pie Face imploded

It was the delicious homegrown retail success story that captivated prominent investors and aspirational franchisees, fuelling its rapid expansion across Australia – and then the world.

19/04 Flaws the anti -American climate - with boycott reacts consumers

In several European countries, groups that boycott American goods and exchange tips for local alternatives.

19/04 This unAmerican life: can you really divest yourself of everything from the US?

iPhones and Google Maps are out – and you can keep your existing friends from across the pond, but don’t go making any new ones

19/04 Why Does Buying Weed—and Other Drugs—Feel So Weird These Days?

I think I’ve figured out a major part of the problem.

19/04 Aussie fashion icon dead at 60

Tributes are flowing for an iconic Australian fashion designer, who died after battling a short battle with a brain disorder.

19/04 Growers criticise UK supermarkets for heavy Easter discounts on vegetables

Fears produce could be permanently devalued by price war, as it ‘creates unrealistic expectations about costs’

19/04 Dark chocolate Toblerone to be discontinued in UK due to ‘changing tastes’

Maker of triangular-shaped almond-and-honey-laced chocolate bar says it has made ‘difficult decision’ to withdraw product

18/04 ‘Welcome to the real world’: Chinese manufacturers attempt to expose luxury brands as trade war erupts

As millions of businesses cop the heat of the US tariff war, Chinese manufacturers are pushing back against the gratuitous world of consumerism from which Western brands benefit greatly.

18/04 Toblerone to be discontinued in the UK due to ‘changing tastes’

Makers of triangular-shaped almond-and-honey-laced chocolate bar, said it had made ‘difficult decision’ to withdraw product

18/04 Trader Joe's to open 5 new locations in California

The grocery chain Trader Joe's said on its website that 21 locations are opening soon, including five in California.

18/04 Show goes on for Ralph Lauren as fashion reels from Trump tariffs

With the sector bracing itself for a global trade war, investors may find comfort in a trusted pair of hands

18/04 Huge blow to Europe's richest man after losing devastating £17.1bn

Europe's richest man lost billions following Donald Trump's tariff announcements.

18/04 Tesco opening times for Easter 2025 including Good Friday and Easter Monday

Supermarket opening hours may differ than normal this weekend due to the Easter bank holiday.

18/04 Dunelm, The Range, Wickes, B&Q, Homebase Easter opening times 2025

Store opening hours may differ to normal due to Good Friday, Easter Sunday and Easter Monday.

18/04 Trump is starting a french fry war

President Donald Trump loves McDonald's fries. His tariffs don't.

18/04 When snapper investors are still shopping for UNVR; The story behind the depressed but interesting unilever shares

The story of UNVR shares is a mirror of a dynamic market. He taught us that investment is not only a matter of going to go. But also about reading

18/04 JCPenney is closing stores in seven states — see the full list of locations

JCPenney is closing stores in seven states — see the full list of locations - A representative for JCPenney said a ‘handful’ of stores are expected to close by the middle of the year

17/04 Chinese tea chain Chagee soars 40% in stock market debut

Chagee, a Chinese tea chain, made its U.S. public market debut on the Nasdaq as trade tensions between Washington and Beijing rise.

17/04 Moscow Court Awards Russia’s Wealthiest Woman Ex-Husband’s Stake in Online Retailer - The Moscow Times

A Moscow court awarded Tatiana Kim, Russia’s wealthiest woman, her ex-husband Vladislav Bakalchuk’s remaining stake in the country’s largest online retailer Wildberries, the company’s press service told state media Thursday.

17/04 Target CEO Cornell to meet with Sharpton to discuss DEI rollback as civil rights leader considers boycott

Target CEO Brian Cornell will meet with the Rev. Al Sharpton as the company contends with a slump in foot traffic after walking back some DEI initiatives.

17/04 SPAR has requested a price reduction from supplier

The "external circumstances" already endanger the continuation of retail activities.

17/04 B&M to open 16 new stores across the UK - full list

It comes despite a drop in B&M sales across the UK.

17/04 Sainsbury’s joins UK retailers’ £1bn profits club but warns of flat year ahead

Supermarket to close two of its five non-food warehouses to save £70m a year, putting jobs at risk

17/04 ‘Must try’: $12 dupe of Hailey Bieber drink

A dupe of a $30 smoothie popularised as the "It" girl drink has gripped social media, with many Sydneysiders stunned at the similarity.

17/04 Sainsbury’s joins £1bn profits club; US Federal Reserve warns on inflation – business live

Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as UK retailer says profits will be flat this year as it tries to match rivals’ prices

17/04 Shock backyard act as Melb problem worsens

A distraught Melbourne woman has turned detective after someone stole a “sentimental” item belonging to her late mother from a washing line.

17/04 From seaweed burgers to ‘upcycled’ potato chips, the high-end food industry is going ‘nature positive’

Waste or lost food cost more than $1 trillion, according to the World Bank. "Upcycled" ingredients could be part of the solution.

16/04 Four money traps to avoid in a volatile market, according to ‘Fast Money’ trader Tim Seymour

“Fast Money” trader Tim Seymour wants to help investors avoid costly mistakes.

16/04 Heineken initially downplayed tariffs. Now the brewer is concerned

Heineken shrugged off the threat of tariffs earlier this year, but in the company's latest earnings report, it said it's becoming increasingly cautious.

16/04 Tariffs more likely to bring UK price cuts than inflation, says WH Smith boss

Carl Cowling says there is ‘no logic’ in why there would be inflation as east Asian suppliers seek alternatives to the US

16/04 Proposed SNAP cuts could pressure low-income shoppers — and retailers that serve them

Potential changes to the federal food assistance program could impact millions of U.S. shoppers, retailers and food and beverage companies.

16/04 Retail sales increased 1.4% in March, greater than expected

Retail sales were expected to increase 1.2% in March, according to the Dow Jones consensus.

16/04 A curry expert teaches you! How to choose curry rou and tips for making it delicious

The types of curry rou, which are commonly sold, are divided into different types based on their spiciness: "sweet," "medium spicy," and "dry." In addition, each manufacturer has a different concept for rou, such as reasonable everyday use, authentic spices, and premium types. In order to make delicious curry, it is essential to know the characteristics of each curry. Curry expert Ichijo Monko tel

16/04 China’s economy beats forecasts amid Trump trade war

China says its economy topped forecasts in the first quarter, as exporters rushed to shift goods ahead of swingeing US tariffs, but warned it faced “certain pressures” from Donald Trump’s trade blitz.

16/04 Pinduoduo's "100 billion yuan support" accelerates the westward advance of e-commerce, and merchants are rushing to dig out the western market

Pinduoduo's "100 billion yuan support" accelerates the westward advance of e-commerce, and merchants are rushing to dig out the western market

16/04 Wednesday’s big stock stories: What’s likely to move the market in the next trading session

The major averages posted their first losing day in three Tuesday, but investors' tariff worries seemed to ease. Here's what CNBC is watching Wednesday.

16/04 Shares of CVS and Dollar General made a turnaround due to their 'newfound sole survivor status,' Jim Cramer says

CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday suggested why CVS and Dollar General have seen gains recently after lagging last year.

15/04 How investors are positioning ahead of a big March retail sales report

The March retail sales report still has the potential to impact investor confidence and positioning.

15/04 Huge UK charity shuts 3 shops with another 47 set to close

The company is undergoing a major restructuring following a consultation in January.

15/04 Convenience stores are becoming culinary destinations

Convenience stores are offering more freshly prepared foods like gourmet burgers. It's putting them in competition with fast-food chains.

15/04 Americans are flocking to Texas Roadhouse and LongHorn Steakhouse. Here's why

Americans are still dining at Texas Roadhouse and LongHorn Steakhouse even while pulling back on other casual restaurants.

15/04 Sam's Club Announces Expansion Plans for US Locations

The wholesale retailer is planning a bold expansion, with 15 new stores a year and full remodels aiming to double sales and membership.

15/04 Fines are received by merchants who do not prove their purchase prices

This is only one million forints, but Sára Botond's video does not reveal how often this can be imposed on the stakeholders.

15/04 Anthony Albanese backs Australian cafe owner in Canadian Vegemite fight

An Australian cafe owner in Canada faces having to destroy $8000 in Vegemite after a fight with Canadian authorities — but he has won the backing of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

15/04 ‘Welcome green shoots’: warm March weather gives 1.1% lift to UK retail sales

Spring sunshine boosted spending on gardening, DIY and food products, but households are still ‘prudently budgeting’ as bills rise

14/04 How a trade war could impact the price of clothing: 'Ultimately no one wins,' expert says

Few consumer goods are immune from the effects of new tariffs on imported goods, but apparel may be among the hardest hit.

14/04 All 133 high street stores that have closed their doors in 2025 - full list

It's been a brutal year for retail and at least 133 high street stores have shut or will shut in 2025 so far including from WHSmith, Homebase, Aldi and Greggs.

14/04 UK retailers warn of Chinese 'dumping' amid tariffs, call for end to tax loophole

British retailers have warned that Chinese companies risk flooding the U.K. with low cost goods amid U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.

14/04 Create new AI applications together, Huifu Payment Smart Payment Middle Station creates a "new engine" for retail and catering growth

Create new AI applications together, Huifu Payment Smart Payment Middle Station creates a "new engine" for retail and catering growth

14/04 The three major A-share indexes fluctuated and closed higher: big consumption strengthened, with transactions of 1277.5 billion yuan in the two markets

The three major A-share indexes fluctuated and closed higher: big consumption strengthened, with transactions of 1277.5 billion yuan in the two markets

14/04 Asia-Pacific stock markets are collectively in full swing! The A-share sector has hit the daily limit in batches

Asia-Pacific stock markets are collectively in full swing! The A-share sector has hit the daily limit in batches

14/04 JD Meituan "snatching each other's job" is not a bad thing

JD Meituan "snatching each other's job" is not a bad thing

13/04 David Genat returning to Australian Survivor after $9m US TV win

Exactly how reality TV prize money does one man need?Fresh from his history-making $9m win on the US game show Deal or No Deal Island, Aussie model and reality TV mainstay David Genat is returning to Survivor for his third outing on the show, this time competing on an Australia v The World season.

12/04 Homebase opens 3 new garden centres inside The Range - full list

The DIY and garden retailer collapsed into administration last year and has closed a swathe of its UK stores.

12/04 Poundland announces date of 24-hour closure in 650 stores

The bargain retailer will be temporarily changing its store hours in the near future.

12/04 We need to take our feathered friends under our wing – before it’s too late | Alison Phillips

My resident blue tit is grumpy, and with avian numbers decreasing at an alarming rate who can blame him?

12/04 WHSmith stores closing in May as 20 branches shutting in 2025 - check your area

More WHSmith stores are expected to close this year as the brand shifts focus on becoming a travel retailer.

12/04 Drop the needle: It's Record Store Day! These shops still strike a chord in streaming age

Secrets to their success include being nimble, creating communities built around music and building loyalty among staff and shoppers.

12/04 Homebase update as 12 branches to reopen as The Range in April and May

Some of the 12 stores have already reopened their doors.

12/04 Eggs or bunnies? The best UK deals on Easter chocolate treats

Rising cocoa costs has led some brands to ramp up prices or shrink their products, so this is how to avoid shelling out

12/04 ‘Christmas without the stress’: British shoppers embrace Eastermas

Trees, decorations and gifts such as sheep jumpers and bunny-shaped trinkets are a distraction from the gloom

12/04 Ouyang Peng, executive president of Yibi Pharmaceuticals: Pharmacy has not entered the cold winter, AI will reconstruct the survival logic of pharmacies

Ouyang Peng, executive president of Yibi Pharmaceuticals: Pharmacy has not entered the cold winter, AI will reconstruct the survival logic of pharmacies

11/04 Wickes to shut 221 stores for 24 hours - but 6 will stay open

Employees of the DIY chain will get a day off this Easter with the majority of stores across the country closing for an entire day.

11/04 ‘Amazon slayer’: the Dublin minnow taking on the giants in drone deliveries

The Guardian speaks to Manna Aero founder and orders coffee via startup’s app to be delivered to a suburban home

11/04 Home Bargains rolls out major change in stores to clamp down on illegal activity

The chain is using new technology to root out crime in its stores, after a national shoplifting increase of nearly a fifth last year.

11/04 New Look store to shut as fashion giant announces branch closures

After 15 years, this popular branch is set to close its doors forever.

11/04 Retailers fear Trump tariffs gloom will worsen footfall on UK high streets

Shoppers stayed away in March as footfall declined 5% and stores worry US trade war could have chilling effect

10/04 Costco backs up its status as a retail winner during a cloudy time for economy

The membership retailer's March sales were better than expected.

10/04 Trump tariffs mean higher prices, big losses for Amazon sellers that source from China

Trump's tariffs are poised to raise prices on Amazon and devastate small businesses that source products from China, sellers told CNBC.

10/04 Prada’s €1.25bn Versace takeover: a new era for Italian luxury

Prada has secured Versace at a €200m discount amid market turmoil, uniting two Italian fashion powerhouses

10/04 Trump's immigration policy is weighing on beer sales, Constellation Brands CEO says

Roughly half of Constellation's beer sales come from Hispanic consumers.

10/04 Full List of Big Lots Stores Reopening Today

Several Big Lots locations reopen today under new ownership. See the full list of stores returning and details on who's taking over the bargain retail chain.

10/04 Shops close on market town's high street as locals fear it's being abandoned

Residents in a pretty UK market town are afraid it will be "deserted" after a raft of shop closures.

10/04 Small businesses use AI to save time and money but one in 10 say it's 'cheating'

Amidst rising costs and fierce competition, small UK retailers are finding hope in AI, but not everyone feels the same way.

10/04 Flash sales and charm bracelets: will QVC’s 24-hour TikTok shopping channel entice gen Z?

The 40-year-old shopping network has a brand-new stream on the app – so how does it compare?

10/04 WHSmith announces 10 stores to close in weeks - full list of shops mapped

As WHSmith prepares to axe 10 shops, we detail the locations of each and the dates that they will close their doors for the last time.

10/04 Tesco to cut further £500m in costs to help offset Reeves’s tax rises

Supermarket deepens existing measures and forecasts lower profit for year amid price war with rivals

10/04 America is about to become one giant yard sale

Economic anxiety from tariffs and a looming recession are fueling secondhand shopping and resale markets.

10/04 'It's going to hurt a lot.' How L.A.'s importers are navigating Trump's shifting tariffs

Business owners across Los Angeles who rely on imported goods are bracing for higher prices as Trump imposes steep taxes on products from several countries.

10/04 UK's biggest toy store chain to close beloved town centre shop in weeks

The store is known for generously donating to charity and has been described as an 'asset' in the community

10/04 Aldi urged to open in last Aussie state

The Greens want to spend $30m to bring in an Aldi supermarket to Tasmania.

09/04 Modelo owner Constellation Brands outlook disappoints as tariffs weigh on forecast

Modelo and Corona owner Constellation Brands beat quarterly earnings and revenue estimates, but its outlook took a hit from U.S. tariffs on most of its beer.

09/04 Big brands vs retailers: who will absorb the tariff impact in their profit margins? | Nils Pratley

It may take at least six months for retailers like JD Sports to know the real-world effects of Trump’s trade warfare

09/04 As warehouse clubs boom, Walmart-owned Sam's Club plans to open 15 stores per year

The warehouse club is speeding up its expansion plans, even as tariffs rattle Wall Street and injected fresh uncertainty about the economic outlook.

09/04 Walmart scraps quarterly operating income forecast, citing Trump's tariffs

Walmart said it wants to maintain the ability to keep prices low, which could affect its profits.

09/04 New brands sign up for space at Frascati Centre in Blackrock

Boots, The Warehouse Gym and two others agree deals for total of 40,000sq ft across three floors at south Dublin scheme

09/04 Bank of Ireland in Kilkenny guiding at €4m, offering buyer yield of 5.98%

Bank branch premises is generating annual rental income of €263,387

08/04 An entertaining fightback against feedback requests | Letters

Letters: Dr Clare Griffel’s cucumber review didn’t go down well with Waitrose. Rhys Harrison recalls how he was bombarded with messages

08/04 Popular family run toy shop to close after 160 years in blow to high street

Boarded up windows alongside ‘everything must go' and 'closing down sale' signs have become prominent features along high streets and the latest store to fall victim is a shop loved by generations.

08/04 Sainsbury’s rolls out major change across stores in UK first

The major supermarket said its new service will be available seven days a week.

08/04 Reeves rejects calls for ‘buy British’ campaign in response to US tariffs

Chancellor says asking shoppers to prioritise UK products would make country too ‘inward-looking’

08/04 Morrisons to shut 17 stores as supermarket announces closing dates

Morrisons announced it would close more than a dozen shops in just days.

08/04 ‘WH Smith wasn’t just a workplace’: ex-staff and shoppers on the high street chain

With the brand to disappear from town and city streets, readers share their memories of how it touched their lives

08/04 Sir Philip Green loses legal case against UK over use of parliamentary privilege

Tycoon was named in Lords as having obtained injunction against Telegraph to stop publication of misconduct allegations

08/04 Walmart is facing tariffs and recession fears. It may have a secret weapon to keep growing

Walmart said its Walmart+ members account for about half its e-commerce sales, a key source of revenue as tariffs raise worries about the economy.

08/04 Dutton’s unveils big plan to one-up Albo

Peter Dutton has revealed all on his big plan to slash energy prices revealing it will reduce gas bills for residential customers by an estimated 7 per cent.

08/04 Heartbreak in UK town as 160-year-old toy shop closes after Rachel Reeves' tax g

The shop has suffered from a lack of trade and reduced footfall in recent times

08/04 ‘Abomination’: Vile abuse for Greens candidate

A Greens candidate was forced to shut down online comments just hours after announcing their 2025 run for the federal seat of Fowler following a wave of abuse, including being called an “abomination” over their gender identity.

07/04 Irish retail sales growth fourth highest in the EU

Strong February numbers follow a lean January when month-on-month sales volumes dropped by 1.5%

07/04 Restaurant stocks fall as investors fear recession, sales slowdown

Restaurant stocks, from McDonald's to Chipotle, fell as investors fear a recession is coming.

07/04 Blow for UK’s 'oldest town' as shop closes after 30 years and goes online only

The 'well-loved' retailer said moving online would allow customers in the historic city to enjoy lower prices.

07/04 GS25 "Bakery 'Seongsu' 3 million sales in one year ... sales of 10 billion won"

GS25 introduced the menu that can only be experienced in specialty stores such as bagels, baguettes, croissants and croises (croissants+bagels). By age group, sales of 52.1%in their 10s and 20s were well -known, so they were well attacked. Eight out of 10 customers who buy in the store ...

07/04 Curtains, wellies, nuclear subs and a tsar’s palace: how William Morris mania swept the world

His unmistakable floral patterns – awash with willow, blackthorn and pimpernel – are now on everything from walking sticks to the seats submariners sit on. We go behind the scenes of a dazzling new show

07/04 From bedroom to boardroom: is Britain ready for M&S luxe outdoor pyjamas?

As M&S collaboration with Olivia von Halle launches, our intrepid writer road-tests Hollywood’s latest daytime PJ trend on the streets of Hackney

06/04 Marshalls and other retail chains close in Easter: What will happen on April 20?

Every year, Easter Day is celebrated with processions, religious activities and a marked tradition of family union in the United States.

06/04 Fake reviews and hidden fees are banned from today

Whether ordering a takeaway, a flight or concert or cinema tickets, the true price of a product or service must be clear at the start of the process

05/04 Crocs' big bet on personalization paid off. Here's how it happened - and what investors are keeping an eye on now.

Crocs made cultural resurgence driven by personalization and celebrity partnerships. But its acquisition of HeyDude could present a threat to future growth.

05/04 America is about to be hit by a 'tsunami' of authentic Chinese restaurants

Dozens of Chinese restaurant chains are opening their doors in America — if they can survive the backlash.

05/04 UK town that's one of the 'worst' with no supermarket - now being transformed

For more than 40 years, the town didn't have a proper supermarket after Asda closed its doors in 1979.

04/04 Big Retail Opposes Trump's America First Reciprocal Tariffs

Big retail has announced its displeasure with President Donald Trump's America First policy of reciprocal tariffs.

04/04 20 items and goods most exposed to price shocks from Trump tariffs

President Donald Trump's tariffs will raise the prices on some goods more dramatically than others. See which items will suffer the biggest jumps.

04/04 Cost of Easter rises as UK chocolate, lamb and hot cross bun prices soar

Shoppers also face more ‘shrinkflation’ as manufacturers ‘try to offset rising production costs’

04/04 Lulu Hypermarket began to close its outlets, a picture of retail conditions in Indonesia

The closure of a number of these outlets gives a clear picture of how the retail market in Indonesia continues to change, with more intelligent consumers.

04/04 FAS proposed reducing the requirements for the form of potatoes

Reducing the requirements for the form of tubers will increase the volume of goods in stores and increase its availability for customers, according to the department. As calculated in Rosstat, potatoes prices in 2024 rose by almost 92%

04/04 ‘No way’: Woolies fact Aussies can’t agree on

The infamous “Gen Z Boss in a Mini” has gone viral again, this time for debating with staff about Woolworths logo – and it seems Aussies can’t agree either.

04/04 Fine-dining Patagonian toothfish behind mystery of Trump’s ‘penguin’ tariff

One of the more bizarre inclusions on Donald Trump’s naughty list of nations to be tariffed on Wednesday was a small collection of Antarctic islands inhabited only by penguins, sparking widespread ridicule online.

03/04 Shoppers will pay more for bananas, coffee and toilet paper because of tariffs, trade group says

Grocery bills will likely rise as shoppers pay more household staples because of the Trump administration's new tariffs.

03/04 This retailer just got upgraded as a winner from Trump's tariffs. It's one we love

TJX Companies is in a prime position to cash in on the tariff chaos, according to Citigroup.

03/04 Co-op to open at least 120 more grocery shops after profits rise five-fold

Mutual reports increase from £28m to £161m, but says ministers ‘layering costs’ on retailers could hit high streets

03/04 'Oh, sh—': RH CEO reacts live to stock tanking on tariffs, poor earnings

The executive also pointed out that the home furnisher has been contending with the "worst housing market in almost 50 years."

03/04 Percy Pig’s US adventure may be short-lived as M&S respond to Trump tariffs

Retailer reconsiders ‘gift to America’ as it also adjusts to new rules on advertising high fat, sugar and salt foods

03/04 Asda rolls out major change in UK stores in security crackdown

The supermarket chain is launching a new security measure in stores to improve customer and staff safety.

03/04 Homebase announces 7 new UK openings in April - full list of locations

The DIY and garden retail chain has closed a swathe of UK stores after collapsing into administration.

03/04 Trump tariff barrage wipes out Aussie shares

US President Donald Trump’s barrage of tariffs on the world’s major economies pushed the Australian sharemarket into a sea of red on Thursday, as investors confronted the stark reality of an escalating breakdown in global trade.

03/04 The stock price was "halved" on the 3rd, and 60,000 investors were stunned! What's wrong with this "10 times big bull stock"?

The stock price was "halved" on the 3rd, and 60,000 investors were stunned! What's wrong with this "10 times big bull stock"?

03/04 The $700 product everyone will want

Nintendo has just announced the details of the brand new Nintendo Switch 2 console in New York – and we were there to go hands on with everything.

03/04 The stock price was "halved" on the 3rd, and 60,000 investors were stunned! What's wrong with this "10 times big bull stock"

The stock price was "halved" on the 3rd, and 60,000 investors were stunned! What's wrong with this "10 times big bull stock"

03/04 The winning goal of Yoshinoya's new business "Deikara" is taking on two major national dishes, "fried chicken" and "rice balls."

Yoshinoya (Tokyo/President Kawamura Yasutaka) has recently been developing and expanding its new business model. In December 2024, Deikara, a specialty store for fried chicken, opened. Why did Yoshinoya, a beef bowl with three distinctions: "It's delicious, easy, and fast," take on the challenge with chicken now? What is the feature of "Karaage" that Yoshinoya has developed over the years of exper

02/04 Trump's massive 46% Vietnam tariffs could hit Nike, American Eagle and Wayfair

The country became a popular alternative for furniture, apparel and toymakers trying to avoid the crossfire of U.S. trade tensions with Beijing

02/04 Trump administration puts 25% tariff on all canned beer imports, empty aluminum cans

Canned beer imports will be subject to a 25% tariff, putting pressure on Constellation Brands' bottom line.

02/04 How U.S. women's soccer coach Emma Hayes plans to grow the sport

Women's national team coach Emma Hayes is looking to redefine soccer in the U.S.

02/04 QVC is betting on TikTok to help revive its live shopping business

QVC Group, the owner of the QVC and HSN TV networks, is teaming up with TikTok Shop for 24/7 live shopping streams in an effort to revive its business.

02/04 Tequila maker says tariffs won't affect his prices. Here's why he plans to absorb costs

Colorado-based Suerte Tequila said it will absorb all tariff costs.

02/04 The price of electricity is still adjusted every 3 months

The electricity price is considered every three months, when the input cost increases from 2% or more, according to the Government's Decree.

02/04 Full list of April store closures as major brands shut sites across UK

Many retailers are struggling with rising costs as the UK high street is dealt a further blow.

01/04 Iconic UK chain with over 500 shops launches ‘sad’ closing down sale

The shutters will soon be pulled down on the iconic store in a major UK shopping centre.

01/04 Major fashion brand goes bust after shutting 35 stores

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.

01/04 ‘Please leave feedback’: how constant online reviews are changing our brains – and our lives

We live under mutual surveillance, asked to leave public ratings for every purchase, meal, taxi ride or hair appointment. What is it doing to us?

01/04 UK food inflation increases as shoppers buy Easter eggs early

Lidl and Ocado grow strongly, but Asda loses market share despite recent reset, Kantar figures show

01/04 Woman ‘shamed’ by vagina issue fights back

A woman who struggled to find answers after experiencing ongoing discomfort took matters into her own hands, investing her savings to create new options for supporting vaginal health.

01/04 Store detail proves things have gone too far

With Easter fast approaching, supermarkets and department stores are stacked to the brim with chocolate eggs and bunnies.

31/03 Marks and Spencer to open six new UK stores - full list of locations

M&S is also revamping a number of existing stores and Food Halls as part of a £50m programme of investment in its retail estate

31/03 Retail world stunned as Primark boss quits over inappropriate behaviour

Retail world stunned as Primark boss quits over inappropriate behaviour - Paul Marchant’s dramatic resignation follows independent investigation by external lawyers into “incident” involving female colleague

31/03 Primark boss Marchant resigns after 'error of judgment' with a woman

The head of fast fashion chain Primark resigned after he admitted to an "error of judgment" towards a woman in a social situation late last year.

31/03 Primark boss steps down over inappropriate behaviour allegation

Paul Marchant “acknowledged his error of judgement”, said Primark owner Associated British Foods on Monday.

31/03 The huge new African city meant for 500k people but few can afford to live there

Just 17 miles from the capital of Angola, this new city was designed to house 500,000 people but remains almost empty due to its high prices.

31/03 Primark boss admits ‘error of judgment’ and resigns after woman’s allegation

Paul Marchant accepts behaviour fell below standards expected at owner Associated British Foods

30/03 New ‘premium SUV’ launches in Aus

A new car brand launching in Australia was once cause for front page news and fanfare.

30/03 How TikTok Shop is beating Amazon and Temu in the social shopping space

Capitalizing on the success of its short-video platform, TikTok Shop is quickly taking up market share in the social shopping arena.

30/03 State hit with more deadly disease cases

WA Health has reported another three cases of highly-infectious measles across its capital city, increasing to a total of eight.

30/03 ‘I saw hours of my life’: 22-year-old reveals how he saves 80 per cent of his salary

The cost-of-living crisis is raging but a young Aussie has revealed how he manages to save 80 per cent of his income.

29/03 Costco's not-so secret weapon: How Kirkland Signature is driving growth and profits

A weaker environment for consumer spending is playing right into one of Costco's biggest strengths.

29/03 Greggs shuts city centre shop once dubbed 'worst in UK' in blow to high street

Despite plans to open dozens of new stores, one university city is losing a branch that left local opinion divided, leaving some loyal customers disappointed.

29/03 Retailer Søstrene Grene joins Nordic invaders hoping to revive UK high street

Danish business, which has opened a new central London store, moves into space left empty by the pandemic and cost of living crisis

29/03 Birthday freebies: how to cash in on UK retailers’ gifts and discounts

Join a loyalty scheme and you often get a reward or discount on your special day – but it may have strings attached

29/03 Iconic sight to vanish from UK streets

One of the most iconic retail names in Britain – which also has stores throughout Australia – will vanish from UK streets after more than two centuries.

28/03 Canadians pull back on U.S. trips, threatening to widen United States' $50 billion travel deficit

Some carriers are cutting back U.S. flights from Canada due to weaker demand.

28/03 We're buying more shares of 2 stocks as the broader market sinks further

We're making a couple of small buys to take advantage of Friday's lower prices.

28/03 Boohoo to rebrand as Debenhams despite Frasers Group’s vote to block it

Shareholder meeting turned into latest episode in battle between fashion retailer and Mike Ashley’s retail empire

28/03 Retailer WH Smith to be wiped off UK high streets soon following sale

This move comes as a fresh blow to the UK high street, which has been struggling to recover from the pandemic, witnessing a number of big name closures such as Debenhams.

28/03 Full list of 9 WHSmith stores closing in weeks after huge announcement

Nine more stores are set to close over the next two months following a major £76 million deal announcement.

28/03 What does WH Smith’s new high street name TGJones actually mean?

New owner Modella says made-up moniker aims to evoke ‘sense of family’, but brand experts unconvinced

28/03 Retail sales in Great Britain given lift as shoppers splash out

Sales volumes rise 1% in February after City economists had predicted fall amid weak consumer confidence

28/03 Retail sales rise with more spend in cosmetics and department stores

Data only covers Irish-registered retailers and excludes Amazon

28/03 Morrisons gives priority to women at checkouts in major change in stores

The supermarket is introducing a checkout change in stores and will give shoppers assistance with packing.

28/03 WH Smith brand to disappear from high street as £76m sale of stores to Modella agreed

Under terms of deal with Hobbycraft owner, 233-year-old brand will become TGJones

28/03 Temu opens marketplace to Aussie businesses

Chinese marketplace Temu has opened the floodgates to thousands of Australian businesses allowing them to sell on their platform for the first time.

28/03 From April 2, a new wave of inspections will begin in Svetofor stores

The Svetofin network is preparing for a new wave of inspections of all its stores in Moscow and the Moscow Region from the Rosselkhoznadzor. After the previous one throughout the country this winter, the work of 76 outlets was stopped

28/03 Alibaba has staged a quiet $100 billion rally — AI and Jack Ma's return are at the heart of it

Alibaba founder Jack Ma has returned to the spotlight as China's political environment for tech improves. Alibaba's successes in AI have also shone through.

27/03 Lululemon beats on earnings but issues underwhelming guidance

Lululemon beat on earnings but disappointed with its 2025 guidance in its fourth-quarter earnings report.

27/03 Co-op makes huge price change and customers will be happy

The Co-op is offering lower prices on its six million members' most-shopped food and grocery items, both in-store and via online delivery.

27/03 Next reports £1bn in annual profits for first time but warns on UK economy

Retailer says big business cannot afford to finance ‘excessive regulation’ and government debt

27/03 It's not just setting Teslas on fire. Now irate Americans are shoplifting from Whole Foods.

People are stealing cheese from Whole Foods and committing return fraud at Amazon. They don't feel bad about retail theft; they're mad at Jeff Bezos.

27/03 H&M posts weaker-than-expected first-quarter sales in slow start to the year

H&M on Thursday posted weaker than expected first-quarter sales in a slow start to the year for the world's second-largest clothing retailer.

27/03 Retailers that innovate and embrace ecommerce have no need to fear Amazon’s Irish website

Amazon.ie lacks discounted Prime offer for students nor is the family plan available and does not have as big inventory as UK version

27/03 Surging cost of cocoa leads UK shoppers to shell out more for smaller Easter eggs

Prices of some chocolate products have risen by 50% in a year while many have also shrunk in size, Which? reports

27/03 Major UK investors join push for retail giants to pay workers ‘real living wage’

Axa and Scottish Widows back ShareAction campaign for chains such as Next to pay at least £12.60 an hour

26/03 27 Kohl's stores are set to close Saturday. See list of the closures in 15 states

The 27 stores that Kohl's previously announced it would close are set to shutter Saturday. See where they are.

26/03 Dollar Tree offloads Family Dollar chain for $1 billion, ending a decade-long effort to find a fit

Dollar Tree's decade-long effort to fold the Family Dollar chain into its business is ending after agreeing to sell the bargain store chain to a pair of private equity firms for $1 billion. Dollar Tree Inc. bought Family Dollar with its over 7,000 stores ten years ago for more than $8 billion. Neil Saunders, managing director of GlobalData, said th...

26/03 Dollar Tree says it's winning over higher-income shoppers and may offset tariffs with price hikes

Dollar Tree said it could use negotiations, manufacturing changes and price increases to mitigate the effects of Trump's tariffs.

26/03 Stephen Curry teams up with Michelle Obama to launch sports drink

NBA star Stephen Curry and former first lady Michelle Obama sought to create a healthier sports drink.

25/03 Chinese bubble tea chain Chagee files for U.S. initial public offering

Chagee is planning to open its first U.S. store this spring in Los Angeles.

25/03 US investor pays €220m for portfolio of eight of Ireland’s best-known retail parks

Retail park portfolio snapped up by US investment giant

25/03 Why oil companies may not love Pres. Trump's 'drill, baby, drill' agenda

President Donald Trump is seeking lower energy costs for U.S. consumers. His policies may affect oil and gas companies' profit margins.

25/03 Grafton Street home of fashion retailer Massimo Dutti seeking €18.8m

Prime retail investment on Dublin's most sought-after shopping street

25/03 They can extend the margin stop to any food category, and even a price stop can come

According to Secretary of State Róbert Zsigó, when stores start raising the prices of non -marginal stop products, the government has the opportunity to act harder.

25/03 Britons cutting back on spending as confidence in economy falls, survey shows

Most feel financial secure but think UK’s economy is worsening, as chancellor plans welfare cuts in spring statement

24/03 WHSmith to shut 9 stores in April, May, and July – full list

The high street retailer has already closed ten stores in 2025 but it is set to close a further ten in the coming months.

24/03 Jim Cramer says investors should get away from this idea as stocks rally to start the week

The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.

24/03 Thunders bakery to close all eight stores

56-year-old food business cites trading difficulties in decision

24/03 Now it's Lego's turn to get on the Pokémon hype train

Lego is tapping into one of the world's biggest media franchises, Pokémon, for a new collaboration that drops in 2026.

24/03 Dialectical view of the disposal of non-performing assets being "fragmented"

Dialectical view of the disposal of non-performing assets being "fragmented"

23/03 Why it suddenly feels like every fast-food restaurant has fun, flavored drinks

Wendy's, Taco Bell and Chick-fil-A are among the restaurant chains that are looking beyond fountain soda for their drink offerings.

23/03 You can now pay for that DoorDash order on Klarna. Hmmm.

DoorDash has partnered with Klarna to offer new payment options to customers. Some people called the partnership a "recession indicator."

22/03 As consumer confidence dips, off-price retailer TJX remains a top stock to own

TJX's ability to purchase new inventory and quickly convert it into sales is a key part of the company's unique moat.

22/03 George Foreman made way more money from his grills than boxing

The George Foreman grill, endorsed by the heavyweight champion, became a cultural phenomenon — and earned the boxer hundreds of millions of dollars.

22/03 Smoke seen for miles as fire breaks out in UK market town

A "large fire" is currently ongoing in Greater Manchester and residents are being urged to keep doors and windows closed.

22/03 Japanese baseball fans are crazy for Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers. MLB has a plan to get them to root for every team

Shohei Ohtani is arguably the most popular athlete on the planet, and that superstardom has helped rapidly accelerate MLB's business in Japan.

22/03 Map Shows Where Five Below To Open Stores Soon Amid 2025 Surge

The company said that it plans to open around 150 new stores in 2025, including 50 in the first quarter.

22/03 Take a look inside French luxury retailer Printemps' first U.S. store

Printemps opened a 55,000-square-foot store in New York City with luxury brands and food concepts, including a restaurant and a café with French pastries.

22/03 New UK Homebase open now - and it’s not a garden centre

The retail chain has been opening "exclusive" garden centres inside The Range superstores after calling in administrators last year.

22/03 Pink Palm Puff's $89 hoodies are the hot new tween status symbol. Meet the 17-year-old founder.

Pink Palm Puff's pink beachy sweatshirts and "preppy" style have caught fire on TikTok and YouTube. Lily Balaisis founded the brand when she was 15.

22/03 Huge £400m project in world famous city ‘at risk of collapse’

The massive project is behind schedule and has cost officials hundreds of billions

21/03 Millionaires’ luxury home left with ‘severe defects’

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21/03 AI could take your next drive-through order. Taco Bell parent Yum Brands and Nvidia’s partnership explained

Restaurants are experimenting with AI voices to help take orders at drive-throughs and call centers.

21/03 US egg supplies are getting back to normal, but prices at the store may take a while to follow suit

The USDA said last week that egg production has ramped back up and wholesale prices are falling, though it takes time for retail prices to change.

21/03 The CEO of the luxury French retailer Printemps has a bold vision for the newly opened NYC store: 'It's going to be a living entity'

Printemps opened a new store in New York City on Friday, marking its return to the US market with an experience-focused retail model.

21/03 Zepbound copycats remain online despite FDA ban

Copycat versions of Eli Lilly's diabetes drug Mounjaro and obesity drug Zepbound were supposed to go away this week. They're still available on some websites.

21/03 Homebase announces 13 new UK openings - full list of locations

The DIY and garden retailer has closed a wave of stores after collapsing into administration last year.

21/03 Stick-up at the cellphone store: USA's new heists go after iPhones and not bank vaults.

A Washington, D.C., man was sentenced to 22 years in prison for robbing four cell phone stores. His spree is the latest in the trend.

21/03 A-shares are rare! The reform leading group performed its CEO duties, and the Shanghai Stock Exchange quickly sent a letter to Yonghui Supermarket

A-shares are rare! The reform leading group performed its CEO duties, and the Shanghai Stock Exchange quickly sent a letter to Yonghui Supermarket

21/03 Temu is building an army of US sellers, hiring employees from Amazon and Walmart

Temu wants to boost its US seller base, and it's looking to e-commerce giants like Amazon for talent.

21/03 FedEx cuts full-year results forecast on 'uncertainty' in economy, bad weather

FedEx lowered its full-year profit and revenue forecasts on Thursday, as the parcel delivery firm battles stubbornly soft demand and uncertainty in the U.S. industrial economy as President Donald Trump imposes tariffs on trading partners.

21/03 International gold prices hit new highs, institutions are optimistic about gold stocks' rebound

International gold prices hit new highs, institutions are optimistic about gold stocks' rebound

20/03 Buying your Nike shoes online is getting a lot more expensive

Nike is shifting to a fuller-price online model for its online store, cutting discounts and promotions.

20/03 Nike will report earnings after the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects

Nike is trying to execute a turnaround under new CEO Elliott Hill.

20/03 I toured a new French department store in NYC. It's great for shopping, but that's not why I want to go back.

Printemps' New York City store is full of color and engaging design. It felt more like a members-only club than a department store.

20/03 Major DIY store to shut 10 stores in days - full list

The major home and garden retailer has launched clearance sales as stores are set to shut its doors very soon