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Co-op group MD Matt Hood steps down

Co-op group MD Matt Hood steps down

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UK retail sales slump deepens as consumer sentiment worsens

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Lidl commits 10% of interview slots for long-term unemployed

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News is Retail Sector’s central hub for breaking stories, market developments and company updates from across the UK retail industry. This category delivers authoritative, timely coverage on everything from trading performance and executive changes to store openings, brand activity and supply chain developments.

Retail Sector’s news coverage focuses on the business realities behind the headlines — providing retail professionals with context on how each development impacts operations, strategy and market confidence. Readers can expect clear, accurate reporting designed to keep decision-makers informed and competitive in a fast-moving retail landscape.

News

News is Retail Sector’s central hub for breaking stories, market developments and company updates from across the UK retail industry. This category delivers authoritative, timely coverage on everything from trading performance and executive changes to store openings, brand activity and supply chain developments.

Retail Sector’s news coverage focuses on the business realities behind the headlines — providing retail professionals with context on how each development impacts operations, strategy and market confidence. Readers can expect clear, accurate reporting designed to keep decision-makers informed and competitive in a fast-moving retail landscape.

John Lewis to sell via AI and TikTok Shop as part of £800m investment

Products will be suggested to customers on ChatGPT and Gemini
Neptune profits double following leadership change

Neptune profits double following leadership change

British interiors brand records £6.1m EBITDA as new management team implements strategic…

Matalan secures £25m investment for store upgrades

Internal data shows that upgraded stores are currently outperforming the rest of the estate by 12%

BCC warns of price hikes over import tariff changes 

The group warned that removing tax exemptions on small shipments could impact 52% of goods…

Currys increases hourly store staff pay to £13.01

Retailer announces 5.5 million pound investment in wages following 37% cumulative rise since 2022

Wet weather dampens footfall as it drops 4.7% in Feb

Retailers face steepest decline in shopper numbers since April 2024 as heavy rain and…

Mango hails ‘extraordinary’ year as profits hit £627m

The firm opened 260 new stores in 2025, expanding its total portfolio to over 2,900

Retailers advised to review policies ahead employment law reforms

These changes precede a second wave of reforms scheduled for 2027, which will address unfair…

Frasers Group secures 5.77% stake in Puma

The investment was built through derivatives and put option contracts. Frasers Group now…

Lidl GB reveals new chief operating officer

Roberto Eretta will enter his new role after 5+ years as COO of Lidl Italy