In a revealing analysis, Jefferies has indicated that the increasing popularity of weight-loss medications may pose significant challenges for Greggs, the UK bakery chain. As consumers turn to drugs such
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Danish jewellery manufacturer Pandora has announced plans to transition away from silver towards platinum plating, a strategic move prompted by rising commodity costs and evolving consumer preferences in the luxury
Sales at LVMH, the luxury conglomerate behind brands such as Louis Vuitton and Dior, exceeded expectations in the final quarter of 2025. The company reported revenues of €22.7 billion, reflecting
Britain’s largest homeware retailer, Dunelm, is contending with increasing competition and a challenging consumer environment. The latest reports indicate that aggressive discounting by rivals and softer demand for furniture are
Coffee shops have become a vital thread in the fabric of British high streets, reflecting shifts in consumer trends and economic pressures shaping the sector. Today, the UK’s café market
Vape sales have fallen sharply at retailers across Britain as a result of a government clampdown on disposable devices. Expenditure on vapes dropped by £225 million, representing a decline of
Britain is making rapid strides towards a cashless society, with the use of coins and banknotes reaching a historic low last year. According to new data from UK Finance, just
Greggs has scaled back its ambitious plans for new store openings this year as waning sales ignite concerns over a marked slowdown for the high street baker. The British chain,
When Nike featured Colin Kaepernick at the centre of its 2018 campaign, it appeared that the age of social justice advertising had reached its zenith. Kaepernick, an NFL player sidelined
Greggs chief executive Roisin Currie has stressed the company’s ambitions to expand beyond 3000 UK stores, despite a significant fall in pre-tax profit and the impact of unpredictable weather on
New figures are revealing the resurgence of the so-called lipstick effect, as Britons embrace modest luxuries in the face of continued financial pressure. The latest data from market analysts Circana
In a significant shift within the British retail landscape, John Lewis has surpassed Marks & Spencer to secure the highest customer satisfaction rating amongst UK retailers, whilst its sister company
The British tea market is witnessing a remarkable transformation as premium sparkling tea emerges as a sought-after alternative to traditional alcoholic beverages. Sales figures from the festive period indicate a
The French red wine industry confronts an existential crisis as younger generations increasingly abandon traditional wine consumption in favour of alternative beverages. Data from the Conseil Interprofessionnel du vin de
