Retail

IKEA is set to significantly expand its presence in the burgeoning secondhand market with the pilot launch of an online buy-back service and a new dedicated online marketplace for pre-loved items.The online buy-back service, which will offer vouchers for unwanted secondhand furniture, is slated for ... Read full article.

ChatGPT's new virtual try-on and Favorites features are here! Is this the end of fitting room angst, or just another step in AI's push into online shopping? Let's dive in. Let's be real, the fitting room can be a nightmare. Harsh lighting, endless queues, and the sheer effort of trying on outfit ... Read full article.

Discount supermarket chain Aldi is set to make a significant splash in the UK retail landscape, pledging a staggering £900 million investment to open 40 new stores and bolster its warehouse network next year. This ambitious expansion plan comes even as the German-owned grocery giant reported a ... Read full article.

Home improvement retail group Kingfisher has defied expectations, hiking its annual profit outlook even as its flagship B&Q stores saw a dip in sales. The company's shares jumped by 10% following the announcement, reflecting investor confidence in its resilience amidst a challenging consumer ... Read full article.

Toys ‘R’ Us is back with hundreds of stores, betting on adult nostalgia and new strategies like 'Creator Studios.' Can childhood memories drive a retail giant's second act? The familiar jingle, “I don’t want to grow up, I’m a Toys ‘R’ Us kid,” is echoing through the retail landscape once more. Toys ... Read full article.

Iain McDonald has made a significant return to Debenhams, stepping back into the chairman role to spearhead the online fashion firm's ongoing turnaround programme. The retailer informed shareholders on Friday that Mr. McDonald has replaced Tim Morris with immediate effect, marking a pivotal moment ... Read full article.

Supermarket giant Iceland is set to make history by becoming the first UK high street brand to open a store in the Falkland Islands. This landmark move marks a significant expansion for the frozen food retailer and promises to bring a taste of home to residents. The new standalone store is slated ... Read full article.

Tech enthusiasts and curious shoppers alike can now get a first-hand look at Meta's cutting-edge products, as 'Meta Labs' have officially debuted at select Best Buy locations nationwide. This collaboration brings Meta's innovative AI glasses and virtual reality headsets directly to consumers, ... Read full article.

Homeware retailer Dunelm has announced an ambitious three-year growth strategy aimed at stripping out around £100 million in "unproductive" costs from its operations. This move comes as the company navigates a challenging economic landscape, marked by consumer caution and external pressures. The ... Read full article.

Shoppers across the UK are being encouraged to rally behind a new campaign calling on the Government to implement a national standard of 90 minutes of free parking in town and city centers. The initiative aims to breathe new life into Britain’s often struggling high streets, making them more ... Read full article.

UK supermarket giant Morrisons has officially thrown down the gauntlet in the fiercely competitive grocery market, launching an "unbeatable prices" pledge. The Bradford-based chain is committing to match or beat the prices of its five biggest rivals, Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, and Lidl, on ... Read full article.

Walmart is making headlines with its plans for the nearly $3 billion in tariff refunds it received from the federal government. This substantial payout, totaling $2.9 billion, is reportedly the largest publicly disclosed refund since the Supreme Court's decision to significantly curtail the ... Read full article.

JD Sports, a popular retail giant, has sounded the alarm, reporting a notable dip in its global sales. The culprit? The ongoing cost-of-living crisis, which has seen consumer budgets tighten and spending habits shift, particularly with higher fuel prices impacting households. The company has ... Read full article.

Forget dusty outlet malls! Retail is getting a glow-up. Discover how big players are blending full-price brands and experience-rich centers to attract new shoppers and drive growth. The retail landscape is constantly shifting, but lately, we’re witnessing a seismic transformation in a place you ... Read full article.

Halfords, the UK's leading retailer of cycling and automotive products, has announced a significant boost in sales over the past year, defying a generally subdued consumer environment. This positive performance is largely attributed to strategic investments in its garage services and a soaring ... Read full article.

Tesco, the UK's largest retailer, has announced a significant slowdown in its sales growth, linking the development to broader "uncertainty" arising from the Iran conflict. The supermarket giant revealed that its total sales increased by just 1% to £16.8 billion over the 13 weeks ending May 30, a ... Read full article.

Aldi is electrifying the shopping experience for its U.S. customers with an exciting new venture: free mystery grocery boxes! Tapping into the viral “blind box” trend, popularized by collector items like the Labubu dolls, Aldi is offering a limited-time opportunity to snag surprise assortments of ... Read full article.

Frasers Group, the UK retail conglomerate headed by billionaire Mike Ashley, has made a significant move to expand its international footprint with a £166 million offer to take full control of Australia's Accent Group. This latest bid underscores Frasers Group's aggressive acquisition strategy, ... Read full article.

The world of retail is mourning the loss of a true visionary. Toshifumi Suzuki, the man who turned Seven-Eleven into a cornerstone of daily life in Japan, has passed away at the age of 93. Suzuki, widely known as the "father of Japan’s convenience stores," died of heart failure on May 18, 2026, ... Read full article.

The "Royal Pop" has arrived, and it’s safe to say the world has gone a little bit watch-crazy. Over the weekend, the long-awaited collaboration between Swatch and luxury giant Audemars Piguet (AP) turned major cities into zones of pure consumer chaos. From shoppers camping out in tents to stores ... Read full article.

Harvey Nichols is rolling out discount codes and sales for May 2026, giving shoppers a chance to save on luxury fashion, beauty, gourmet foods, and chic home decor. With promo codes offering up to 15 percent off, savvy shoppers can combine codes with rewards for bigger reductions on their ... Read full article.

Greggs is adding a permanent Chicken Roll to its menu, joining the Sausage Roll and the Vegan Roll in what the bakery calls an iconic trilogy. The Chicken Roll is described as seasoned chicken wrapped in layers of crisp, glazed puff pastry, and it contains 305 calories. It will go on sale on ... Read full article.

Saks is wiping away billions in debt to prove that the luxury department store still has a soul. But can they convince a digital-first generation that shopping in person is actually worth the trip? Saks Global is officially making its move. By clearing out billions in debt and keeping its crown ... Read full article.

With Easter 2026 approaching, shoppers can start planning their long weekend grocery run. Major supermarkets have published holiday opening schedules for Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, and Easter Monday, with hours varying by location.\n\nAldi has published Easter opening patterns ... Read full article.