Consumer confidence ‘stalls’ in February but looks optimistic for year ahead
Consumer confidence slipped in February as the UK entered a recession after hard-pressed households continued to cut back on spending amid the cost of living crisis.
Former John Lewis Watford store to be filled by value chains
Atria Watford shopping centre is welcoming a host of new stores, with the units set to fill its former John Lewis building.
Wilko reveals further store opening plans
Wilko is set to launch a new store in Poole in Dorset, as it confirms the opening dates of its upcoming Rotherham and St Albans shops.
Pets at Home names former Sainsbury’s exec as new retail COO
Pets at Home has hired former supermarket exec Anja Madsen as its new chief operating officer for retail.
Customer yeh, customer meh: Aesop’s store is magic while Macy’s is distinctly ordinary
Consumer expert Kate Hardcastle MBE has two very different store experiences in Aesop and Macy's New York flagships.
Retail sales rebound offers hope UK can escape deep recession
Retail sales rebounded in January with volumes boosted 3.4%, following a difficult December.
Amazon founder sells £3.2bn in stock following share price hike
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has sold more of his shares in the company, bringing the total value of sales during recent days to over £3.2bn.
John Lewis threatens staff with disciplinary action over abusive online comments
John Lewis has warned workers they could face disciplinary action following a large number of abusive comments left on its internal online forum.
Violence against shop workers soars 50% in a year
The government is being called to bring in tougher measures against attacks on retail staff, as violence against shop workers soars.
Yodel saved by Shift-led rescue deal
The collapse of Yodel has been averted following an overnight rescue deal from the Shift founder.
Feature Resource
Why a reliable store systems support partner is a must for...
A reliable store systems support partner is one of the most important requirements for high street retailers
Every retailer has experienced the chaos that occurs...
