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Trump pressures retailers over the cost of living

Trump’s price-cutting campaign is forcing retailers to balance political pressure with rising costs, supplier pressures and margin protection.

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Greenwashing puts fashion retailers’ sales at risk

Nearly four in ten UK consumers have acted against companies they believe are greenwashing, highlighting the growing commercial risk for fashion retailers, says GlobalData.

Frasers Group emerges as frontrunner for Harvey Nichols takeover – report

The takeover is expected to involve the department store briefly entering administration, with FTI Consulting lined up to act as insolvency practitioner under a pre-pack administration arrangement.

How tariffs are rewriting the US retail peak-season calendar

US retailers have accelerated imports ahead of tariff changes, reshaping peak-season planning and supply-chain decisions.

Heatwaves are becoming a retail business risk

Heatwaves are reshaping where consumers shop, what they buy and how retailers operate, while increasing pressure on stores and energy systems.

UK’s consumer watchdog proposes new land restrictions for Aldi and Lidl

If confirmed, Aldi, Lidl GB and Lidl NI would be subject to the Groceries Market Investigation (Controlled Land) Order 2010.

Instaleap partners with Spar Slovenia for e-commerce fulfilment

The collaboration will support Spar Slovenia's digital and omnichannel plans in the Slovenian market.

Indonesia defers tax plan for e-commerce sellers until November

The tax office said any income tax that has already been collected from sellers under the scheme will be refunded.