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Shop price inflation rises to 1.5% in January, BRC finds

Shop price inflation rises to 1.5% in January, BRC finds

Third of UK-listed retailers issued a profit warning in 2025, EY finds

Third of UK-listed retailers issued a profit warning in 2025, EY finds

Barbour sees FY profits jump as revenue hits £350m

Barbour sees FY profits jump as revenue hits £350m

Government

This coverage examines government actions, policies, and regulations affecting the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights legislation, consultations, economic measures, and public statements with direct implications for retail operations, employment, taxation, and consumer behaviour. Tailored for executives and managers, it offers analysis to support strategic planning and compliance in a changing regulatory and economic environment.

Government

This coverage examines government actions, policies, and regulations affecting the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights legislation, consultations, economic measures, and public statements with direct implications for retail operations, employment, taxation, and consumer behaviour. Tailored for executives and managers, it offers analysis to support strategic planning and compliance in a changing regulatory and economic environment.

Shop price inflation rises to 1.5% in January, BRC finds

Non-food retailers saw a return to inflation at 0.3%, following a 0.6% decline in December

Consumer optimism improves in January despite spending drop

Consumer confidence in the wider economy improved to -32 in January, rising from -38 in…

Morrisons posts strong Christmas sales as annual earnings hold steady

Morrisons has recorded improved sales growth over the Christmas trading period, as the…

Shoe Zone profits fall to £3.3m

Shoe Zone has revealed its profit before tax has fallen to £3.3m, down from £10.1m, in the…

Direct-to-Consumer retail in 2026

As we enter 2026, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) retail is poised to further reinforce its place…

Shop price inflation edges up in December as food prices rise

Shop price inflation rose to 0.7% year on year in December, up from 0.6% in November, as…

Claire’s and TOFS near administration, 2,500 jobs at risk

Accessories chain Claire’s and discount retailer The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) are…

Retailers to benefit as 40% first-year tax allowance comes into force

Retail businesses making new investments in stores and supply chains are now able to claim…

Consumer confidence remains subdued despite slight December uptick

Consumer confidence remained weak in December despite a modest improvement in expectations…

Currys HY profits jump 144% to £22m amid stronger Nordics trading

Currys has seen profits before tax rocket 144% to £22m in the first half of the year, and…
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