Retailers Unprepared for No-Deal Brexit: Survey
A new survey by Retail Economics reveals that over a third of retailers are "little to no preparation" for...
Monthly Archives: November 2018
Tesco and VW Collaborate on UK’s Largest Retail Electric Vehicle Charging Network
Tesco and Volkswagen have joined forces to create the largest UK retail Electric Vehicle charging network, powered by Pod...
Consumer Confidence Plummets Amidst Brexit Uncertainty
Consumer Confidence Index drops three points in November 2018, reaching -13, according to GfK's latest report. Declines were recorded...
Sainsbury’s and Argos Launch Food Bank ‘Priority Item’ Labels for Donations
Sainsbury's introduces "priority item" labels for food bank donations, following a successful trial in Exeter. The new labels highlight...
The Range Implements Age Restriction Policy for Under-18s Shopping Alone
In response to concerns about certain products, homewares retailer The Range has implemented a new policy banning under-18s from...
Hammerson Sells Highcross Shopping Centre Stake for £236m, Reduces Debt
In a major deal, Hammerson has sold its 50% stake in the Highcross shopping center in Leicester to an...
Wilko Appoints Former Asda Boss as Chief Commercial Officer
Wilko, a homewares retailer, has appointed Andrew Moore as their new chief commercial officer and executive board director, starting...
Whittaker Consortium Abandons £2.8bn Bid for Intu Properties Amid Market Uncertainty
In a surprising turn of events, John Whittaker's consortium has withdrawn its bid to acquire Intu Properties due to...
Fashion Retailers Defend Sustainability Practices at Parliamentary Inquiry
In a recent hearing by the Environmental Audit Committee, retailers like Primark, Arcadia, ASOS, Marks and Spencer, Boohoo, and...
Missguided Inspectors Chased Out Over Worker Sourcing Concerns in Leicester Factory
In a shocking incident, Missguided's head of product quality, Paul Smith, revealed that his inspectors were chased out and...