Wickes retail sales return to growth as TradePro powers Q2
Wickes’ retail division returned to growth in its second quarter as rising TradePro demand helped group revenue climb 2.3 per cent to £483m. The home improvement retailer recorded…
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Hobbycraft exits CVA early as online demand surges
Hobbycraft has completed its company voluntary arrangement (CVA) ahead of schedule as growth in model making and crochet helped fuel a rise in online shoppers. The arts and crafts…
British Heart Foundation axes 87 shops with 63 more at risk
The British Heart Foundation has revealed the first 87 shops set to shut under plans to close around 150 locations over the next two years. The charity has published the locations…
AliExpress slapped with record €550m EU fine over illegal and counterfeit goods
AliExpress has been fined €550m by the European Union for failing to prevent illegal and dangerous goods from being sold through its online marketplace. The European Commission…
Dutch Discounter Wibra Reports Over 26% Revenue Growth In 2025
Dutch discounter Wibra has reported gross revenue of €362 million for its 2025 financial year, 26.4% higher than the previous year.
BBC and Channel 4 could create the counterweight UK retail media needs if Sky-ITV goes ahead
No sooner had Sky’s proposed acquisition of ITV redrawn the map of British television than the BBC and Channel 4 began discussing how they might respond. The idea being explored…
Grocery volumes contract for fifth consecutive month, report finds
The number of units sold declined nearly 2% year over year in June, according to an analysis from Bain & Company and NielsenIQ.
GameStop discloses 10% eBay stake as it pushes for a deal
That’s roughly double the amount GameStop owned in May, when the company made its initial $56 billion offer to acquire the marketplace.
Brazil’s Assaí Debuts Pharmacy Chain With 25 Units Planned for 2026
Assaí opened its first Assaí Farma unit within its Anhanguera store in São Paulo, marking its entry into Brazil's pharmacy retail...
Virgin Media fine exposes subscription trust crisis as 89% of Brits condemn cancellation hurdles
A new report suggests that 89% of Brits place low trust in subscription services. The post Virgin Media fine exposes subscription trust crisis as 89% of Brits condemn cancellation…
Why the FCA’s new BNPL regulation matters for retailers
The UK's new BNPL regime strengthens consumer protections, but its effects extend beyond lenders. Experts say retailers should view the reforms as an opportunity to improve…
Reformation targets $1B valuation with IPO
The DTC brand's offering includes 14 million shares of its common stock with an expected price between $15 and $17.