China aims to block European investigation into MediaMarkt acquisition
China is instructing its companies and institutions not to cooperate with the European investigation into the Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com. The Ministry of Justice in Beijing…
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Sainsbury’s sticks with facial recognition despite “false shoplifter” controversy
Sainsbury’s is continuing to roll out AI facial recognition technology to track down shoplifters, undeterred by the controversy surrounding a customer who was wrongfully banned…
JBS makes bid for remainder of Pilgrim’s Pride
The Brazil-based beef giant submitted a fresh bid for full control the chicken producer in a deal that could run into antitrust concerns.
US pauses 50% tariffs on Canada
The US has delayed the introduction of a 50% tariff on a range of Canadian goods including alcohol and dairy. The post US pauses 50% tariffs on Canada appeared first on Just Food.
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…
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.