Chocolate Prices Could Soar As Changing Climate Patterns Worsen Cocoa Crisis
This Easter, chocolate lovers will no doubt have noticed they had to pay more for their eggs. Now, the cost of chocolate could soar...
Owner Of B&Q Warns Of Tougher Times Ahead
Alongside mixed annual results, the owner of the B&Q, Screwfix and Castorama chains warned that its profits in the year ahead will fall short...
More Wilko Stores To Open In The Coming Days
The new owner of the Wilko brand has confirmed two more store openings following the chain’s relaunch at the end of last year.
The home...
Retail Sales Flat Last Month But Still Better-Than-Expected
Official figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show retail sales volumes were flat (0.0%) in February as wet weather put off shoppers...
Consumer Confidence Stalls, But Some Positives Emerging
GfK's consumer confidence figure was unchanged during March, with a reading of -21, having fallen by two points in February. However, there are some...
Kingfisher Hovering Over Homebase
Following recent reports that Homebase could be sold off by its owner, B&Q owner Kingfisher is said to be eyeing the rival home improvement...
Majestic In Talks To Buy Vagabond Wines
Majestic Wine is reported to be in advanced discussions to buy Vagabond Wines, a London-based chain that announced earlier this month that it was...
Foundations Hold Solid At Wickes Amid Tough Trading Environment
Wickes hailed a “robust” full-year sales performance despite the pressure on consumer spending in the UK.
In the year to 30 December 2023, the group’s...
Currys Upbeat On Trading After Potential Bidders Walk Away
Currys today acknowledged statements in recent days from Elliott Advisors and JD.com that they do not intend to make offers for the UK’s leading...
WH Smith Appoints New CFO
WH Smith has appointed Max Izzard as its next Chief Financial Officer. He will replace Robert Moorhead, who is retiring from his role as...
