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Shein to finally debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Sept 1

24 August 2026 Editor

Shein has confirmed that its IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange will begin on the 1st Sept. It aims to raise up to $1.8bn in the IPO, valuing the company at around $27bn, significantly […]

M&S launches own-brand pet food range Paws & Pals

19 August 2026 Editor

Marks & Spencer is expanding into the pet care aisle with the nationwide rollout of Paws & Pals, its first dedicated own-brand pet food range, arriving in M&S Foodhalls today. The move marks a key […]

Frasers has upped its stake in German fashion house Hugo Boss to nearly half of the shares.

18 August 2026 Editor

Frasers now owns over 47.89% of Hugo Boss shares after its July cash offer of €38 per-share has bolstered its stake from the 26.06% of Hugo Boss it owned in June. The shares were purchased […]

UK grocery price inflation dropped to 2.1% hitting its lowest level since October 2024

18 August 2026 Editor

UK grocery price inflation dropped to 2.1% in the four weeks to August 9, hitting its lowest level since October 2024, according to the latest figures from Worldpanel by Numerator. The slowdown marks the fifth […]

Record-breaking summer keeps supermarket sales growing as shoppers opt for convenience

18 August 2026 Editor

UK supermarket sales grew steadily in early August as a prolonged heatwave drove demand for summer essentials, offsetting a post-World Cup slowdown and the annual holiday getaway. Total Till sales at major supermarkets rose 3.1% […]

M&S is bringing back its St Michael range with Aries

17 August 2026 Editor

M&S is bringing back one of its most recognisable fashion names with a new St Michael collection created in collaboration with cult London streetwear label Aries. The limited-edition M&S x Aries collection launches on August […]

Asda expands into wholesale convenience with independent retailer trial

14 August 2026 Editor

Asda has unveiled a new wholesale venture, “Asda Convenience,” partnering with independent store operators to expand its presence across local high streets. The supermarket giant is launching a three-store pilot in Glasgow in collaboration with […]

New research finds the majority of shoppers think supermarkets should provide free period products in customer toilets

13 August 2026 Editor

An Aldi-commissioned survey of 2,000 UK shoppers found that 67% believe supermarkets should provide free pads and tampons in customer toilets, while 67% say they would be more likely to view a supermarket positively if […]

Harvey Nichols bought by Frasers Group

13 August 2026 Editor

Luxury department store chain Harvey Nichols has been bought by Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group in a pre-pack administration deal for an undisclosed amount and beating off a rival bid from Next. The acquisition covers Harvey […]

Karen Millen is returning to bricks and mortar after a seven-year absence

13 August 2026 Editor

Karen Millen is returning to physical retail after a seven-year absence, launching a series of concession spaces across the UK. In response to strong customer demand, the brand is stepping back onto the high street […]

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