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Latest retail business news covering UK and global retail markets, including high street, e-commerce and omnichannel commerce. Includes consumer trends, sales performance, brand strategy, investment activity, supply chain developments, technology adoption, store openings and closures, and in-depth analysis from across the retail sector.

When the fear of changes outweighs the cost of staying: Why businesses stay with fulfilment partners that no longer deliver
By Steph Mitcheson, Business Development Director Prolog Fulfilment In boardrooms and operations meetings across the retail sector, a familiar conversation regularly takes place.

5 Star scores new deal with Worcester Warriors
One of the West Midlands fastest growing home improvement specialists has signed a new deal with Worcester Warriors to remain as one of its biggest…

Representation In Retail – Entrepreneurs March Muses’ Opinion On Challenges, Triumphs And Invaluable Lessons
The journey of entrepreneurship is one filled with challenges, triumphs and invaluable lessons, especially for Black female founders in the retail sector.

Christmas in July. How can your company benefit, asks Hannah Bartlett from The Christmas Insider
It’s hot, we know, but for those of us who live Christmas all year round, the countdown is officially …ON!

London Chocolate Insider launches New UpCycled Superfruit Water
After more than twenty years inside the chocolate industry, one British founder who grew tired of watching 70% of natural produce be binned has taken…

Haute Dolci To Launch First London Dolci Mono Kiosk At Brent Cross
Experience the exquisite offerings of Haute Dolci’s brand-new kiosk store when it opens at Brent Cross this month Visitors to Brent Cross are soon to…

Loyalty systems lag behind as UK retailers prepare for an AI-powered future, report reveals
Seven in ten retailers admit their loyalty systems are not ready for the AI era, despite growing expectations that AI will transform how customer relationships…

Grape Tree delivers £100,000 staff bonus payment as move to an Employee Ownership Trust pays off
More than 900 staff at the UK’s leading organic food retailer have shared a £100,000 bonus – just a few months after it completed the…

Duckhams Oils Hit Tesco Shelves as Retail Footprint Continues to Expand
Iconic British lubricant brand Duckhams Oils has rolled out to shelves in Tesco stores around the country, marking the latest milestone in the company’s retail…

Top Achievers Shine at the 2026 KH Hair Awards
KH Hair has celebrated the achievements of its top performing teams and individuals by coming together with VIP guests from Wella and ghd at the…

Harrows Darts Makes Premium Play More Accessible As Industry Cost Pressures Continue
Permanent Fortis price reduction reflects Harrows’ commitment to quality, accessibility and supporting darts’ next generation of players Leading darts manufacturer Harrows Darts has announced a permanent price reduction…

Access to high-quality customs data both a challenge and opportunity for major European firms, survey reveals
Access to high-quality customs data is presenting both a significant challenge and opportunity for major European manufacturing and retail companies, a new survey has revealed.

Welsh gold prize helps Cancer Research Wales celebrate 60 years of life-saving research
A diamond-set Welsh gold necklace donated by Clogau will headline a special fundraising raffle marking a Welsh cancer research charity’s 60th birthday.

The Launch of a British Luxury Brand Redefining ‘Tailormade’
MonikaNimmi, a new British luxury fashion brand, launches today with four debut collections, and a business model that challenges almost every assumption the fashion industry…

Magnet partners with Trussell to help fill more kitchens across the UK
New charity partnership will support Trussell through food donations, fundraising, volunteering and kitchen donations for local food banks.

Gigaclear goes further with professionally installed smart Wi-Fi
Gigaclear, the UK’s leading rural full fibre provider, is tackling one of the biggest frustrations facing broadband customers today – paying for fast broadband speeds…

Report proves businesses see sustainability as more about brand image than genuine action
Over three quarters (78%) of UK business leaders believe sustainability is driven more by brand image than genuine action, according to new research released on…

Author Gate Reviews Set Standard For UK Publishing
Online reviews have become a cornerstone of modern consumer decision-making.

6 in 10 adults fear they couldn’t spot counterfeit nicotine products as tougher laws come into force
One month after historic legislation passed, new research highlights major public confusion over counterfeit vapes, nicotine pouches and cigarettes Millions of UK consumers may be…