Shop price inflation in the UK has accelerated during January, driven by a notable increase in the cost of meat, fish, and fruit. The annual inflation rate escalated to 1.5
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>For the last decade, Britons have harboured a largely pessimistic view of the economy. This sentiment is reflected in the latest consumer confidence index published by GfK, which indicates that
B M European Value Retail has downgraded its profit outlook for the third time within its current financial year. This adjustment follows a disappointing Christmas trading period in the United
Currys has raised its profit guidance following robust sales in the Nordic region and the UK during the crucial “golden quarter.” The electricals chain reported that standout sales of iPhones,
Moores Furniture Group, a kitchen design company that collaborated with Michelin-starred chef Michel Roux Jr, has recently entered administration. This development marks a troubling trend for the UK’s middle-class housing
JD Sports Fashion has alerted investors that its annual profit will likely reach the lower end of forecasts due to mounting youth unemployment and diminished sales volumes in trainers and
B&M European Value Retail has issued a warning over ongoing challenges facing British retailers, as the company reported a significant decline in profits. The discount chain disclosed that pre tax
The UK economy expanded by just 0.1 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, according to the latest data released by the Office for National Statistics. This growth fell
Heineken has reported falling beer demand in key global markets, attributing a challenging third quarter to more moderate consumption habits in Europe and America as well as volatile trading conditions.
Ken Murphy, chief executive of Tesco, has delivered a direct appeal to Chancellor Rachel Reeves, urging her to refrain from further tax increases as concerns mount over the impact of
UK households have stepped up their savings in the second quarter of 2025, a trend that has raised concerns among economists and policymakers regarding the outlook for economic growth. According
Shares in ASOS fell 48 per cent yesterday following a profit warning by the online fashion giant, with management admitting its turnaround strategy has temporarily stalled amid shifting sector and
Back in 2012, a Greggs sausage roll was priced at a modest 66p. Fast forward to 2025 and shoppers now face a cost of £1.30 for the same popular snack,
The head of Associated British Foods, the conglomerate behind Kingsmill and Primark, has urged Chancellor Rachel Reeves not to further damage consumer confidence in the forthcoming budget announcements. Speaking out
Close to one billion pounds was erased from the stock market value of some of Britain’s leading retailers on Tuesday as rising anxiety over potential tax hikes and job losses
Consumer sentiment in Britain has climbed to its highest level in ten months, following recent interest rate reductions that have eased pressures on household budgets. The S and P Global
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