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Tax loophole fears cloud UK marketplace VAT reform

UK retailers warn that proposed marketplace VAT exemptions could weaken tax enforcement and reduce funding for business rates relief.

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UK retail spending reveals peak trading priorities

GlobalData research reveals shifting UK spending patterns as retailers prepare for Black Friday and Christmas.

Bira warns UK independent retailers face 25% business rates rise

Bira urges government action as business rates, employment costs and energy bills put UK independent retailers under pressure ahead of the Budget.

Primark enters Qatar with Alshaya Group partnership

Qatar is Primark’s 21st international market.

Walmart introduces AI agent tools for automated shopping

The rollout comprises Agent Profiles and the Walmart Agent Gateway, covering Walmart and its subsidiary Sam’s Club.

Moncler Group’s Q3 revenue flat as European demand weakens

Revenue at the core Moncler brand slipped 1% to €499.6m in the three months to 30 September 2026.  

eBay to cut 1,000 jobs in restructuring drive – report

Chief executive Jamie Iannone announced the planned redundancies in an internal staff memo, with a company representative confirming the figures on 21 October.