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15 stories · Wed, 29 Jul 2026 – Wed, 11 Nov 2026

Wed, 29 Jul 2026

  1. Matcha and protein pivot pays off for Greggs as profits rise

    UK bakery giant Greggs reports a 20% jump in first-half profit after introducing new healthier menu items and trending drinks.

Fri, 7 Aug 2026

  1. Argos Makeover: Can the UK Retail Stalwart Win Back Shoppers?

    As Argos changes hands following years of stagnant sales, industry experts weigh whether its store network can beat online giants.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026

  1. Harvey Nichols Acquired by Sports Direct Owner Frasers Group

    Mike Ashley's retail empire takes control of the iconic department store and its Knightsbridge flagship after a turbulent period and administration appointment.

Thu, 24 Sept 2026

  1. Lidl banned from selling copycat Birkenstock sandals

    A Dutch court rules that Lidl must stop selling Birkenstock copycat sandals, facing a €5,000 daily fine and sales data handover.

Mon, 28 Sept 2026

  1. Aberdeen High Street revival tackles vacant shop crisis

    BBC business correspondent Emma Simpson explores how Aberdeen is tackling empty shops on Union Street as UK high streets face a retail crisis.

Sat, 10 Oct 2026

  1. Boots sold in £7bn deal to Canadian billionaire family

    UK health and beauty retailer Boots has agreed to a £7bn takeover by the Weston family's Wittington Investments, with plans to upgrade stores and healthcare.

Tue, 13 Oct 2026

  1. Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer for chain

    Discount retailer Poundland is in talks with potential buyers for a rescue deal, as management pursues a buyout and unions warn of administration risks.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026

  1. Poundland's Future Hangs in the Balance as Chain Edges Toward Collapse

    The UK discount retail chain faces potential collapse after filing for administration, while its US owners restrict funding and reject takeover bids.

Tue, 3 Nov 2026

  1. Poundland Faces Crisis as Founder Offers Investment

    Poundland's founder has offered to invest in the struggling retailer as owners Gordon Brothers set a Thursday deadline for a rescue deal, threatening 12,000 jobs.

Wed, 4 Nov 2026

  1. Poundland supplier warns of millions in losses if retailer collapses

    Highcrest Retail Brands warns of multi-million pound losses if Poundland collapses, while UK ministers meet owners Gordon Brothers.

Tue, 10 Nov 2026

  1. Kim Kardashian's Skims refunds $148 advent calendar

    Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand Skims offers refunds for its $148 advent calendar following widespread social media backlash over item quality.

Wed, 11 Nov 2026

  1. Tinned food and bottled water sales jump after Be Ready

    Sales of hand sanitiser, bottled water, and tinned goods surged in the UK following the government's Be Ready public awareness campaign.

  2. Walmart Announces 2026 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales

    Walmart reveals its 2026 holiday shopping plans with three major sales events running from November 12 to December 2, featuring early access for Walmart+ members.

  3. Poundland seeks rescue deal as 11,000 jobs hang in balance

    Poundland hopes to avert collapse with a 10 million pound funding injection amid intense pressure on US owners Gordon Brothers over frozen cash.

  4. UK Toy Sales Surge Ahead of Christmas 2026 to 10-Year High

    UK toy sales jump 17% up to October, marking a 10-year high as traditional games and kidults drive strong retail demand before Christmas.

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