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FREITAG Shuts Down Sales on Black Friday to Promote Sustainable Consumption

In a bold move that challenges the consumer frenzy associated with Black Friday, Zurich-based bag manufacturer FREITAG is shutting down its online store and...

Smartech opens new flagship store and doubles its footprint at Selfridges

Smartech, a software-powered retailer, has announced this week that it has more than doubled its footprint with the launch of a new flagship store,...
Insight and Impact from IGD 2023

Industry Leaders to Headline IGD’s Premier Event

Industry figureheads such as Tesco’s Jason Tarry and P&G’s Ian Morley will join fellow retailers and manufacturers on the main stage at IGD’s flagship...

Aesop Unveils New Sanctuary at Marylebone High Street

Following a ten-year tenure in its musk-tinged shop, Aesop has transitioned to a new, larger property on Marylebone High Street. The brand's in-house design...

Samsung UK Appoints Deborah Honig as First Chief Customer Officer

Samsung Electronics UK has announced the appointment of Deborah Honig, its first-ever Chief Customer Officer. With responsibility for delivering an innovative, customer-first experience, Deborah will...

Kanzen and Primark Collaborate to Spotlight Emerging Beauty Brands in Birmingham

Kanzen, a Birmingham-based cosmetic company, has partnered with Primark to create a supportive platform for start-up brands in the beauty industry. This collaboration aims...

Jo Malone London Opens at Silverburn

Silverburn has announced the opening today of a new store for the British fragrance house Jo Malone London. The boutique will showcase the brand’s...

41% of retail consumers in 2022 have tried a new brand in the last...

Today, Google is sharing exclusive research and insights at the annual Path to Peak retail event to help businesses plan for growth during the peak shopping...

Black Friday shoppers to regift £700m of purchases this Christmas

At least one of the presents under the Christmas tree this year could be an unwanted Black Friday deal, that’s according to new research...

eBay UK launch ‘Couple Up With Pre-loved’ campaign with Love Island

Today, eBay UK, the returning pre-loved fashion partner of Love Island celebrates the latest series launch with a new multi-channel campaign, which encourages shoppers...