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Retailers under pressure as governments police rising prices

Authorities worldwide are responding to rising energy and consumer costs with price caps, tax cuts and retail inspections.

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New York requires retailers to accept cash payments

New York State law requires most physical stores to accept cash payments, limiting the expansion of fully cashless retail formats.

CVS plans roughly 60 store openings in 2026 after years of net closures 

The company has worked to improve results in its retail pharmacy arm by closing locations and revising agreements with insurers. 

Discount retailer Poundstretcher weighing store closures – report

Retail figures cited by Sky News said market talk suggests the plan could be initiated within days and may involve seeking rent reductions from several landlords.

Walmart Mexico expands Vusion partnership for EdgeSense rollout

The expanded agreement will see the EdgeSense platform introduced across Walmart Express stores, with plans to extend implementation into the retailer’s Supercenter network.

CaratLane plans 40 new stores in FY27, eyes regional expansion – report

The Tata Group-backed jewellery retailer currently operates close to 369 stores, with company-owned outlets accounting for roughly 13% of the network.