by Jack Cheeseman | Oct 13, 2026 | Industry News
UK retail sales growth remained subdued in September, with consumers continuing to rein in spending ahead of the Budget and anticipated increases in household bills and taxes. This is according to the latest figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG...
by Jack Cheeseman | Oct 12, 2026 | Industry News
HMV is set to close its flagship Oxford Street store in March next year, less than four years after returning to the historic site, following a proposed doubling of its rent. The entertainment retailer said the increased rental costs, combined with the expense of...
by Jack Cheeseman | Oct 12, 2026 | Industry News
UK consumers are leading the global shift towards second-hand shopping, with 87 per cent purchasing pre-loved products in the past year, according to eBay’s 2026 ‘Recommerce Report’. The findings highlight growing opportunities for electrical retailers selling...
by Jack Cheeseman | Oct 12, 2026 | Product News
Morphy Richards is making one of the nation’s most familiar kitchen rituals smarter with the launch of the new Halo Alexa Kettle. Designed for consumers looking for smart kitchen appliances, easy-to-use kitchen technology and connected home appliances, the new kettle...
by Jack Cheeseman | Oct 9, 2026 | Industry News
Argos is set to substantially increase the number of products available to customers, with electricals among the new categories being introduced through its Trusted Sellers marketplace. The retailer plans to have more than 130,000 products available through the...
