UK Retail Sales: Christmas Rise, Quarterly Fall
UK retail sales rose 0.4% in December 2025 due to Christmas shopping but fell 0.3% in Q4 overall. Online sales surged while high streets struggled.
UK retail sales rose 0.4% in December 2025 due to Christmas shopping but fell 0.3% in Q4 overall. Online sales surged while high streets struggled.
A new study reveals Westminster as the UK's second-best location for thrift shopping, with high densities of second-hand and charity shops driving its ranking.
We compare dine-in meal deals from major UK supermarkets to reveal where you can save the most money on restaurant-style meals for two, including Sainsbury's, M&S, and ASDA.
Shoppers praise Dusk's luxurious Anti-Allergy Feels Like Down Mattress Topper, now on sale from £30, with many saying it feels like sleeping in a five-star hotel.
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RecommendedHome Bargains is launching new cafés in the UK, with affordable food starting at 50p. Discover the menu, reviews, and best times to visit these budget-friendly spots.
Discount retailer B&M cuts profit forecast while The Works reports sales decline, highlighting subdued consumer confidence during the festive period for UK stores.
Waitrose launches investigation after viral videos show significant food waste in supermarket bins, sparking public outrage over expensive items being discarded.
The Ultenic U20 cordless vacuum cleaner has dropped to its lowest ever price on Amazon, offering powerful pet-friendly cleaning at a budget-friendly cost.
Next has rescued luxury footwear retailer Russell & Bromley from administration, guaranteeing only three of its 38 UK stores will remain open, leaving 35 locations at risk of closure.
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RecommendedHigh Street giant Next has acquired luxury footwear brand Russell & Bromley from administration for £2.5m, but only three of its 36 shops will be retained, casting uncertainty over 33 stores and nine concessions.
Next has rescued the historic Russell & Bromley footwear brand from administration in a £3.8m deal, but the acquisition will likely result in the loss of approximately 400 jobs across 33 stores not included in the transaction.
Amazon has slashed the price of the Nutribullet Magic Bullet blender to just £23.10, offering a 42% discount on this compact kitchen appliance perfect for healthy smoothies and soups.
High street giant Next has purchased shoe seller Russell & Bromley for £3.8m, acquiring three key stores and stock in a pre-pack insolvency deal that excludes 33 other locations.
FTSE 100 fashion giant Next and partner Retail Realisation could finalise acquisition of 145-year-old shoe retailer Russell & Bromley as soon as Wednesday, Sky News reports.
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RecommendedThe new Home Bargains store in Croydon will open on January 24, creating 55 jobs. The 11,550 sq. ft discount retailer is part of the company's expansion plans across the UK.
The Ninja Foodi 8-in-1 PossibleCooker, praised as a 'multitasking hero', sees a £20 price reduction. This 8-litre appliance offers eight cooking functions and costs just 33p per hour to run.
Aldi's affordable spray stain remover scored equal-first in Choice's test, outperforming many pricier brands. The consumer group evaluated 43 products on tough stains.
Bishops Wine Bar, a community staple in Croydon's Whitgift Centre for 44 years, has been served a 6-month eviction notice. Nearly 1,000 people have signed a petition to save it.
UK toy sales grew 6% to £3.9bn in 2025, driven by Lego, screen-free audio players, and film tie-ins. Discover the key trends behind the industry's turning point.
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RecommendedBritish chocolate drinks brand Knoops is launching its first US store in Utah this April, part of a bold plan for over 160 US and 150 UK locations. Read about its growth and potential London IPO.
Marks & Spencer's chief technology officer departs less than a year after a major hack crippled online sales. Read the latest on the executive shake-up and its impact.
Fashion retailer Mango opens its 24th London store on Kensington High Street, creating 25 jobs. The brand credits strong London sales for its UK expansion. Read more.
Dunelm slashes £54 off its Jackson Linford sofa bed, praised for comfort and style. Ideal for guests and small spaces, it's a versatile seating and sleeping solution. Shop the deal now.
Struggling with cold hands? A pair of clever magnetic, rechargeable hand warmers with a 12,000mAh battery is now just £9.99 on Amazon. Offer ends January 28. Grab this winter essential now.
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RecommendedMarks & Spencer reveals a staggering 500-store expansion plan, with 200 locations targeted across London. The move aims to double its food business and create thousands of new jobs.
A new price comparison reveals which platform offers the cheapest Woolworths online delivery. Discover the surprising cost differences and how to save on your next grocery shop.
Lidl has brought back its iconic iced school cake for 69p, sparking a wave of 90s nostalgia. Fans hail it as 'lush' and a '10/10' treat. Grab it before it's gone!
Time is running out to grab huge savings on blankets, bedding and thermal curtains in Dunelm's Cosy Zone sale. Snuggle up for less before the winter event ends tonight.
Shoppers are raving about the Marks and Spencer Heatgen Maximum Thermal Fleece Top, calling it a 'warm hug' during the bitter UK cold snap. Discover why it's a winter must-have.
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RecommendedDunelm's popular Remi Rechargeable Table Lamp, praised as 'perfect' for rooms with few sockets, is now on sale for £24. Discover the details and shopper reviews.