ASA bans Boots promotion for causing ‘unnecessary disappointment’
The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned promotional offer from Boots for a free No7 lotion due to concerns over stock availability causing participants “unnecessary…
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CMA warns fuel retailers over slow price cuts as margins remain high
Fuel retailers have been criticised by the CMA for failing to pass falling wholesale costs on to motorists quickly enough, as the competition watchdog warned that profit margins…
Shein valuation plunges from $100bn to $25bn ahead of Hong Kong IPO
Fast-fashion retailer reportedly plans to offer 8% of shares as slower growth and regulatory pressures weigh on investor appetite
Is the US is still an attractive market for bricks-and-mortar retailers?
In the face of obstacles such as record low retail space availability, tariff pressures, and high living costs, the US may seem an unlikely location for international retailers to…
Why retailers are making EDI compliance non-negotiable for vendors in 2026
Your vendors' EDI problems are your supply chain problems. Here's what's changing.
Disposable BBQ sales halted over wildfire risk
The sales of disposal barbecues have temporarily been banned, as they pose a “risk to the public” during the continued drought and heatwave across the UK. According to the…
Shein loses copyright lawsuit against Temu
On August 13, Shein lost a lawsuit against its rival Temu over alleged copyright infringements. According to the judge, the marketplace was not liable for infringements committed…
Dillard’s gains market share
Sales barely rose, tariff refunds padded the bottom line and customers were choosy, but the retailer held its own in Q2, analysts said.
New tobacco and vape rules ‘should not burden retailers’
New guidance confirms that under-18 sales of all consumer nicotine products will be banned
Beyond Meat launches reverse stock split
Beyond Meat is launching a 1-for-30 reverse stock split as the plant-based meat company looks to regain its Nasdaq listing compliance. The post Beyond Meat launches reverse stock…
AO launches mobile network in move beyond electricals
AO is moving beyond selling mobile phones and into the network business with the launch of its own SIM service, AO Mobile. The company is entering the market with a single tariff…
Bicycle manufacturer Batavus bankrupt after years of COVID struggles
The Dutch bicycle manufacturer Accell Group, owner of brands such as Batavus, Sparta, Koga, Haibike, and Raleigh, has been declared bankrupt. On Tuesday, the Amsterdam court…