Tag: updates
Cumberland Farms opens first namesake store in Europe
Cumberland Farms opens its first namesake store in Europe near Berlin, expanding its convenience footprint and…
Monika Kruger • Buyer Guides • August 20, 2026
UK food prices defy 2026 surge predictions
UK food prices defy 2026 surge predictions, falling to 1.7% inflation—below forecasts and marking the lowest…
Marie Wagner • Brand Spotlights • August 19, 2026
Supermarkets trial face scans to cut theft
Supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths trial face scans to reduce theft and protect staff amid rising…
Marie Wagner • Flash Picks • August 18, 2026
UK retailers warn jobs at risk over zero-hours costs
UK retailers warn proposed zero-hours contract reforms could risk jobs due to £2.9bn annual costs, threatening…
Marie Wagner • Trend Alerts • August 16, 2026
JD.com swings back to profit as sales dip
JD.com returns to profit in Q2 2026 despite a 2.9% sales dip, driven by stronger retail…
Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 14, 2026
Armani delays 15% stake sale past 2027
Armani postpones its 15% stake sale past 2027 due to market conditions and complexity, delaying the…
Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 13, 2026
Tariffs shift US holiday shopping rush
US retailers rush holiday shopping early to avoid tariffs and supply-chain risks, impacting inventory planning and…
Monika Kruger • Buyer Guides • August 11, 2026
UK watchdog eyes limits on Aldi and Lidl growth
The UK watchdog proposes limits on Aldi and Lidl growth, subjecting them to land use restrictions…
Marie Wagner • Product Launches • August 10, 2026
Etsy cuts 12 percent of its staff
Etsy cuts 12 percent of its staff under a restructuring plan to improve coordination and decision-making…
Monika Kruger • Product Launches • August 7, 2026
Capri posts lower Q1 sales, revises outlook
Capri Holdings sales dip in Q1 as revenue falls 3.5% to $769 million, but operating income…
Monika Kruger • Trend Alerts • August 6, 2026