UK food inflation eased to 3% in November, down from 3.7% in October, as Black Friday discounts hit shops. However, experts warn of persistent pressures and challenges ahead for retailers and consumers.
Early Black Friday discounts helped slow UK shop price rises to 0.6% in November, below the three-month average. Read the full analysis from the British Retail Consortium.
A tale of two economies this festive season as high earners in affluent areas spend freely while others struggle with debt and inflation. Discover the data shaping UK retail.
Gail's Bakery announces major expansion with 40 new outlets planned after retail sales jumped 23%. Discover how the upmarket chain is growing despite rising costs.
Modella Capital is in late-stage talks to acquire footwear retailer Wynsors World of Shoes, adding to its growing portfolio of UK high street brands. Read the full story.
Asda chairman Allen Leighton brands the Autumn Budget 'anti-growth' as supermarket sales decline due to disruptive IT handover from Walmart. Read the full analysis.
Asda reports 3.8% sales decline to £5.1bn, blaming self-inflicted IT issues while criticising government for 'killing consumer confidence'. Read the full analysis.
Discover how your Black Friday 2025 shopping choices reflect your personality traits and values. Are you a bargain hunter or conscious consumer? Find out now!
The booming skin-lightening industry, built on colonial ideals, is causing a surge in cancer and irreversible skin damage in women of colour. Discover the toxic truth.
Shoppers are divided as B&M stores roll out Easter chocolate sections in November, months before the holiday. Discover the mixed reactions and the psychology behind the early launch.
British retailers including Primark and Currys criticise government delay until 2029 to scrap customs duty exemption that benefits Chinese competitors. Read why they demand immediate action.
Discover the most popular Black Friday deals chosen by UK readers for 2025. Get expert tips for smart shopping and find genuine bargains across tech, home and fashion.
Debenhams Group introduces £200m executive bonus scheme as sales slump 23%. CEO Dan Finley could receive £148m if share price targets are met. Read the full analysis.
UK retailers welcome permanent business rates reduction in the budget, easing fears of mass closures. Sainsbury's and Tesco see lower costs than anticipated. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by a new levy on large properties. Discover the full impact on UK high streets.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces permanently lower business rates for retail and hospitality, funded by higher levies on online giants' warehouses. Will it save the high street?
Pets at Home reports 33.5% profit drop to £36.2m as retail business falters. Interim CEO announces urgent action needed to return to retailing roots. Read the full analysis.
B&Q owner Kingfisher boosts profit outlook despite softening UK retail market. Discover how strong management drives success in challenging economic conditions.
Marks & Spencer launches a new Foodhall in Fulham and unveils a 'wish list' of 172 London locations for future stores. Discover the full list of areas under consideration.
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith's accounting blunder that wiped £600m off market value. Read the latest on the retailer's strategic shift.
Which? research shows 8 in 10 Black Friday deals were cheaper at other times. Don't fall for the hype - read our expert advice before you shop this November.
Marks & Spencer reveals plans for 200 new or revamped London food halls, aiming to transform its store estate by 2028. Discover the full list of locations set for expansion.
The new M&S in Clapham Common saw queues stretching down the high street. Discover why this shop launch became a community event and what it says about modern retail.
The Co-op is opening 11 new stores across the UK this week as part of a major expansion plan. Discover the full list of locations and how this boosts local communities.
Co-op invests £70m to create 7,000 life-changing apprenticeships by 2030, focusing on retail, care, and deprived communities. Find out how to apply.
London's New Bond Street has claimed the top spot as the world's most expensive retail destination, with rents soaring 22% to £1,706 per square foot. Discover the details behind this luxury property surge.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves postpones scrapping controversial 'de minimis' tax break for low-cost imports until 2029, despite pressure from British retailers. The move aims to prevent border chaos while generating £500m yearly.
Major retailers including Morrisons, Poundland and Claire's announce widespread closures across Britain. Full list of affected locations and closure dates revealed.
Asos reduces pre-tax losses to £281.6m while launching AI stylists to combat 12% sales decline. Discover how the retailer is tackling serial returners and discount culture.
UK retail sales fell 1.1% in October, a disappointing start to the festive season. Shoppers turned cautious ahead of the Budget and Black Friday. Discover the full impact on the sector.