There has been a sharp drop in consumer confidence this month as people feel less optimistic for the outlook for the economy. GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index has decreased by five points ...

Burberry has posted a smaller than expected decline in third quarter sales after a stronger performance in the US. In the 13 weeks to 28 December, comparable store sales fell by 4% compared to ...

White Stuff has been boosted by a strong Christmas trading period as it continues to deliver on its transformation and growth strategy. Now part of TFG London, the fashion and lifestyle retailer has ...

As retailers hit the ground running in 2025, the customer experience remains firmly in the spotlight. The National Retail Federation’s Big Show highlighted a clear trend: brands that prioritise ...

Wickes has published its latest Gender and Ethnicity Pay Gap Report which highlights the progress the home improvement retailer is making to build gender and ethnicity equality across its business.

Retail has changed a lot over the years. Once upon a time, you could only purchase goods by visiting a store in person, now you can buy products online and even via social media platforms. While it’s ...

Sainsbury’s has said it will be cutting 3,000 jobs as it announced plans to close its cafes and patisserie, hot food and pizza counters. The move forms part of its strategy to become customers’ First ...

Associated British Foods (ABF) has cut its full year sales forecast for Primark after the fashion retailer posted a decline in sales in the UK in the 16 weeks to 4 January. In a trading statement, ABF ...

We were delighted to interview Lee Bagnall, chief executive of Go Outdoors, as part of The Retail Bulletin’s Conversations series. While learning more about his incredible career in retail, we ...

Gymshark has collaborated with fitness influencer Leana Deeb on a range of modest activewear. The move follows a study by the brand where 84% of survey respondents said it was a challenge to find ...

Bloom Perfumery has relocated to larger premises within London’s Covent Garden. At 2,900 square feet, the new flagship store in Slingsby Place at The Yards is triple the size of the retailer’s ...

A new online platform, Loopi, has launched in the UK, aiming to streamline the buying and selling of second-hand clothing. Loopi seeks to simplify the resale process by allowing users to receive an ...