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Food inflation slows to 3% amid Black Friday deals
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.
Black Friday discounts slow UK shop price inflation
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.
Clean energy investment hits lowest level in almost a decade
Investors warn of 'deep structural issues' causing a slump in solar and wind farm investment, threatening Australia's 2030 renewable energy targets. Read the full analysis.
Modella in advanced talks to buy Wynsors World of Shoes
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 sales fall 3.8% as IT problems hit performance
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.
Budget: Lower Business Rates for Retail & Hospitality
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 profits dive 33.5% in half-year results
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 Raises Profit Forecast to £570m
B&Q owner Kingfisher boosts profit outlook despite softening UK retail market. Discover how strong management drives success in challenging economic conditions.
M&S Opens New Fulham Store, Plans London Expansion
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.
FCA investigates WH Smith accounting error
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.
Black Friday deals not best price, survey reveals
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.
M&S to open 200 new London food stores
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.
M&S Clapham Opening Draws Massive Queues
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.
Co-op opens 11 new UK stores this week
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.
Keeps Secures £1.2M Funding from Investor Rush
London-based sports platform Keeps closes £1.2 million funding round as investors target sports sector. Discover how this impacts UK sports technology investment landscape.
Co-op announces 7,000 new apprenticeships by 2030
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 is World's Priciest Retail Spot
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.
Reeves delays Shein import clampdown until 2029
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.
Store Closures Hit UK High Streets in November 2025
Major retailers including Morrisons, Poundland and Claire's announce widespread closures across Britain. Full list of affected locations and closure dates revealed.
Asos cuts losses to £282m with AI fashion push
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.
Retail sales drop 1.1% in pre-Budget blow
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.
UK retail sales fall unexpectedly in October
UK retail sales fell 1.1% in October as consumers delayed purchases ahead of Black Friday. Clothing stores saw the biggest decline. Discover the full impact.
Government borrowing third-highest October record
Official figures reveal UK government borrowing reached £17.43bn in October, exceeding forecasts as consumer spending fell unexpectedly. Stay informed about economic developments.
UK's £15bn October Borrowing as Energy Cap Set to Fall
Final UK economic health check before the budget reveals £15bn October borrowing, stagnant retail sales, and a slight energy price cap fall from January. Stay informed on the key data.
JD Sports hit by UK youth unemployment
JD Sports warns annual profits will be at lower end of forecasts as high youth unemployment and lack of spare cash among under-25s causes a 3.3% sales slide in the UK, its worst-performing market.
Asda raises £568m from supermarket sell-offs
Asda has secured nearly £600m through sale-and-leaseback deals for its stores, using the funds to repay looming debt to former owner Walmart. Discover the supermarket's financial strategy.
Asda raises £568m in store sell-off as sales fall
Asda plans to sell and lease back 24 stores and a distribution centre to raise £568m, a move analysts call a 'sign of weakness' as the supermarket continues to lose market share.
Asda sells 24 stores in £568m property deal
Asda is selling 24 supermarkets and a distribution centre for £568m in a sale-and-leaseback deal. No stores will close, and all staff will remain in place. Read more.
New M&S Food Halls Open in Clapham and Fulham
Marks & Spencer unveils two new London food halls in Clapham and Fulham this week, creating over 100 jobs and boosting festive shopping options. Get the first look inside.
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