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What HMRC’s VAT data reveal about the changing shape of UK retail

HMRC’s VAT figures show growth in wholesale and retail trader numbers, but leave questions about retail performance.

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Ikea launches second-hand marketplace in UK and Ireland

Sellers can scan eligible items to create listings, with the platform providing recommended prices, product images and measurements.

Omnichannel retail: why physical stores still matter

GlobalData research shows why physical stores remain central to an increasingly connected omnichannel shopping journey.

Online retailer ASOS warns customers of data breach

The company said that the data involved covers names and contact details.

Retailers in England can claim £2,000 for each young apprentice hired

England retailers can claim £2,000 for each eligible young apprentice hired from October 2026, under a new government incentive aimed at encouraging employers to recruit more young people.

US retailer Maverik picks NIQ for customer insights and analytics

Under the agreement, the retailer and its suppliers will use NIQ's Activate platform to see business performance in a single location.

7-Eleven closes all stores in India

The 31 outlets, all in Mumbai and Pune, were run by Reliance, which held the master franchise under a contract signed in 2021.