Economic Growth

High Streets UK launches to tackle key high street issues

Business representatives from the nation’s flagship high streets have come together to launch High Streets UK, a new partnership which…

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UK economy narrowly returns to growth in November

The UK economy narrowly returned to growth in November as real gross domestic product (GDP) increased 0.1%, largely because of…

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Is New Look right to close up shops?

The tax increases unveiled in the October 2024 budget have further complicated the outlook for retailers in the new year.…

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Tesco urges gov to deliver plan for UK agriculture

Tesco is calling on the government to provide a clear and comprehensive plan to support UK farmers transition to net…

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M&S celebrates bumper Xmas as sales top £4bn

M&S has reported a successful Christmas trading update as its total group sales increased by 5.6% to £4bn in the…

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Budget reaction: Retail warns that higher costs will hamper investment

The retail industry has warned that increased costs following the Autumn Budget may hit businesses hard, with retailers facing higher…

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UK consumer confidence falters ahead of budget

UK consumer confidence has dropped to -21 in October, according to GfK’s long-running index. The survey revealed that out of…

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Today’s news in brief-23/10/24

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly considering imposing higher taxes on Amazon as part of a broader effort to support British…

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September retail sales see biggest boost in half a year

UK Total retail sales increased by 2% year on year in September marking the largest increase in over six months,…

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UK consumer confidence falls sharply to -20 in September

UK consumer confidence has dropped sharply to -20 in September, according to GfK’s long-running index. The survey revealed that all…

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