Valentine’s Day Sales Boost Expected Amidst Pandemic
In a recent survey by Barclaycard Payments, 41% of retailers anticipate increased sales for Valentine's Day, with £787 million...
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OnBuy Surges 800% in January Sales, Plans Series B Funding Round
OnBuy.com, an online retail marketplace, experienced a staggering 800% increase in sales this January compared to last year, surpassing...
Pentland Brands Strengthens B2B Offering with Pentland Connect
In a major move to streamline its operations, Pentland Brands, owner of popular brands like Mitre and Speedo, has...
January Sales Plummet: CBI Reports Retailers’ Worst Month Since May 2020
In January, retailers faced their weakest sales month since May 2020, with a -50% drop from December. The Confederation...
Northern Ireland’s £95m Voucher Scheme on Hold Amid Pandemic Restrictions
In Northern Ireland, a £95 million high street voucher scheme aimed at supporting retailers affected by the pandemic has...
UK Small Businesses at Risk: FSB Warns of Mass Closures and Reduced Profitability
Small businesses in the UK are struggling, with 250,000 set to close without further assistance, according to a new...
British Land Struggles with Rent Collection Amid Lockdown Restrictions
In a recent operational update, commercial landlord British Land has collected only 46% of expected rent from its retail...
Boxing Day Sales Forecasted to Decline for Third Consecutive Year
Boxing Day sales are set to take a hit this year, with spending expected to drop 26% to £3.2...
UK Shoppers Prioritize Safety Over Pricing Amid High Street Uncertainty
In a recent survey by retail analysts Maybe, 61% of UK shoppers still feel unsafe shopping on their high...
John Lewis Halts International Expansion Amid Brexit Challenges and Festive Shopping Rush
John Lewis, a popular department store chain, has announced it's shutting down its international business operations just weeks before...