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More than 300,000 employees struggle to secure hours amid hiring cuts

UK shop price inflation holds steady at 1.2% in June

UK shop price inflation holds steady at 1.2% in June

Sainsbury’s sales jump 2.7% despite weaker Argos and Tu performance

Sainsbury’s sales jump 2.7% despite weaker Argos and Tu performance

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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.

Asda appoints JD exec as new loyalty boss

Asda has announced the appointment of JD Sports executive Chris Chalmers as vice president –…

Fred Perry FY profits rise 12.5% to £14m despite fall in turnover

Fred Perry has seen its operating profits rise by 12.5% to £13.93m in the year to 31…

UK retail footfall records first annual decline since 2019

UK retail footfall declined in September, marking its first annual fall since 2019 and the…

Mulberry to open autumn pop-up at Gunwharf Quays

British luxury brand Mulberry will open a temporary store at Gunwharf Quays later this month…

Merry Hill adds trio of brands to its offering

Merry Hill has completed lettings across its retail park with the opening of new stores from…
ASA bans Hammonds Furniture ads over ‘misleading’ claims

ASA bans Hammonds Furniture ads over ‘misleading’ claims

The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld three complaints against Hammonds…

Dobbies appoints new CFO

Dobbies Garden Centres has announced the appointment of Pete Templeton as CFO after its…

Tesco and Cineworld launch weekly £5 ‘Tesco Tuesdays’ cinema deal

Tesco has partnered with Cineworld to launch a new weekly offer giving Clubcard members…

Angling Direct HY revenues rise 17% to £53.6m

Angling Direct has revealed that its revenues rose 17% to £53.8m, up from £45.8m, for the…

Oak and More reports 69% revenue rise and £6.2m profit boost

Furniture retailer Oak and More has reported a 69% rise in annual revenue and a £6.2m…