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Bank holidays boost May retail sales

Retail sales volumes are estimated to have risen by 0.3% in May 2023, beating analysts’ forecasts amid a welcomed boost…

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BRC names new chairman

The BRC has announced the appointment of Andy Higginson as the new incoming chairman to succeed Tony De Nunzio in…

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May records negative retail sales for the first time since 2021

May experienced negative retail sales marking the end of 26 months of positive results, dating back to March 2021, according…

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Supply chain pressures slow down retail growth

Continued supply chain pressures, including cost increases, delayed materials and shortages outrank workforce challenges and increasing business costs as a…

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Will businesses survive after entering into administration?

Can you tell me about yourself? I am a chartered accountant and I lead the expanding retail and consumer goods…

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Peloton recalls over two million exercise bikes

Peloton is recalling more than two million of its exercise bikes Model PL01, following revelations that the seat post assembly…

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Roberts Radio appoints new CEO

British audio brand, Roberts Radio, has recently appointed Owen Watters as its CEO, returning to the business in a role…

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L’Occitane sales jump 17% to €2.1bn

Beauty retail group L’Occitane has revealed its net sales jumped 17% to €2.13bn (£ 1.85bn) in the 12 month period…

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David’s Bridal enters administration

David’s Bridal UK has entered administration after its US owner filed for bankruptcy. David’s Bridal UK Ltd is a subsidiary…

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UK economy avoids recession amid 0.1% growth

The UK economy narrowly avoided a recession during the fourth quarter (Oct-Dec) as UK GDP increased 0.1%, revised up from…

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