Retail

In a remarkable turnaround, Victoria Beckham's eponymous fashion and beauty business has witnessed a staggering 52% surge in sales, reaching an impressive £89 million in the past year. This substantial growth has led to a significant…

In a strategic move to capitalise on the resurgence of its clothing business, Marks & Spencer is considering the launch of standalone clothing boutiques. The British retailer plans to open a trial store in London's Battersea Power…

In a bold move, Marks & Spencer (M&S) is set to open its first-ever clothing-only store at London's Battersea Power Station this autumn. The decision comes on the back of a resurgence in the retailer's fashion sales, prompting the…

Ikea, the world's largest furniture retailer, is set to challenge the dominance of eBay, Craigslist, and Gumtree in the secondhand marketplace with the launch of its peer-to-peer platform, Ikea Preowned. The new platform will allow…

As cautious consumers reduce their spending, Macy's, America's largest department store chain, has revised its sales outlook for the rest of the year downward. The retailer cited significant discounting as a reason for this change,…

In a stark reflection of its recent financial woes, British luxury brand Burberry is poised to lose its place in the FTSE 100 index. The quarterly shake-up of the index, set to be announced next week, is expected to confirm Burberry's…

Once a beloved supermarket chain known for its "everyday low prices," wide product selection, and friendly service, Asda has experienced a significant decline in recent years. Factors such as rising prices, declining standards, increased…

The rivalry between Chinese fast-fashion giants Shein and Temu has reached new heights as Shein launches a scathing legal action against its competitor in the United States. In a complaint filed with the District Court of Columbia, Shein's…

The potential takeover of Seven & i by Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) indeed represents a significant moment in the global convenience store industry. If the acquisition goes through, it would not only be the largest foreign acquisition…

Boohoo, the struggling fast-fashion retailer, has found itself in a standoff with its suppliers after withholding payments due to claims of subpar clothing quality. The online budget specialist has allegedly targeted manufacturers…

The situation facing Britain's private equity-owned supermarkets is becoming increasingly challenging. Morrisons is experiencing a significant loss of senior management, with seven directors, including convenience director Miles Foster,…

In 2009, supermarkets across the United Kingdom embarked on a self-service revolution, replacing traditional cashier-manned tills with automated checkouts. The aim was to speed up transactions and reduce labour costs. However, as time has…

Starbucks Corporation has announced a significant leadership change, appointing Brian Niccol, the current head of Chipotle Mexican Grill, as its new chairman and chief executive. This move comes in response to declining sales and mounting…

Asda, the UK-based supermarket chain, has experienced a notable decline in its grocery market share, according to recent data from Kantar. Over the 12 weeks leading up to August 4, Asda's sales dropped by 6%, reducing its market share from…

In a proactive move, Tesco, Britain's largest supermarket chain, has agreed to introduce "digital passports" across its clothing range. This decision comes as the European Union prepares to enforce new rules aimed at boosting supply chain…

Commentators and institutional investors wondered if the first global sales drop since the pandemic was the result of a larger malaise. Chris Kempczinski's chief executive acknowledged that "it is clear that our leadership in value has…

Asda's chief Mohsin Issa announced an emergency cash injection of £30m amid an alarming drop in sales at the troubled grocery chain. The investment package will be implemented by the end of this year. It will increase staffing hours,…

Carpetright collapsed in debts worth almost £345m. More than half are owed by customers, suppliers and landlords, as well as other unsecured creditors. Administrators from PricewaterhouseCoopers, who were called in to the retailer this…