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New employment rules risk UK retail jobs for young people

New labour reforms in the UK could cut entry-level retail jobs for young people, retail employers warn.

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European hotels and retailers advance on chicken welfare commitments

The latest ChickenTrack report examines how major food companies are adopting the Better Chicken Commitment, a framework designed to improve broiler chicken welfare.

Italian prosecutors seek trial for Amazon EU unit in €1.2bn VAT case – report

The request stems from an investigation into suspected VAT evasion linked to online sales in Italy between 2019 and 2021.

Cumberland Farms to acquire Coen Markets in north-east US expansion

The transaction covers 54 trading locations and three new-to-industry sites currently under development.

Zara owner Inditex reports profit growth in FY25

The Spanish fashion group reported net sales of €39.86bn for FY25, representing a 3.2% increase compared with the previous year.

Dollar General Q4 net income jumps 122.9%, sees modest 2026 sales growth

Net income climbed to $426.3m while diluted earnings per share surged 121.8% to $1.93, compared with $0.87 in the prior-year period.

Speciality retailer Ernesta raises $20m in Series B

The financing round was led by Addition, with participation from existing investors True Ventures and Platform Capital Management.