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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.

Kering appoints Francesca Bellettini as Gucci CEO

Luxury group Kering has named Francesca Bellettini as president and chief executive of…

Deliveroo chief executive to step down following DoorDash takeover

Deliveroo has announced that founder and chief executive Will Shu will step down after 13…

Retail sales rise as sunshine and rate cuts boost August trading

Retail sales rose in August, closing out the summer on a stronger footing, according to new…

UK consumer confidence falters ahead of Autumn Budget

UK consumer confidence has dropped by two points to -19 in September ahead of the Autumn…

Pets at Home CEO steps down as group lowers profit forecast

Pets at Home has announced the immediate departure of chief executive Lyssa McGowan and…

BoE holds interest rates at 4%

The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to hold interest rates steady at 4% amid concerns around…

Next CEO warns UK economy faces ‘anaemic growth’ despite HY profit uplift

Next has revealed that its profit-before-tax rose 13.8% to £515m for the half year ended…

Paul Smith names Ewan Venters as executive chairman

Paul Smith Ltd has appointed Ewan Venters as executive chairman, effective 1 October 2025.

Morrisons sales rise 3% in Q3 as online business strengthens

Morrisons has seen like-for-like sales grow by 3.0% in its third quarter, despite rising…

Modella Capital leads race to acquire Claire’s UK arm

Modella Capital is leading the race to acquire the UK arm of Clire’s, after reportedly…