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Prosecutors need new tools to dismantle organized retail crime
Organized retail crime is not a series of individual thefts. It is coordinated criminal activity carried out by structured networks operating across jurisdictional lines. These groups target retail stores, cargo hubs, trucking depots, and rail…
UK retail sales rebound as motorists stock up on fuel
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. UK retail sales returned to growth last month as they…
Meet the new CEOs leading Walmart, Lululemon, and other retailers in 2026
Retail is in a moment of sweeping leadership change. The longtime CEOs at two of the largest chains, Walmart and Target, handed the reins to their proteges this year — and dozens of others are shaking up the C-suite. The transitions come as…
Reliance Industries Q4 Results: O2C Weakness, Muted Retail Growth to Offset Jio Gains
Reliance Industries is set to announce its Q4 FY26 results, with analysts predicting a largely flat performance due to a slump in the oil-to-chemicals (O2C) business and muted retail growth, despite steady gains in its telecommunications arm…
UK retail sales rebound as motorists stock up on fuel
UK retail sales returned to growth last month as they were pushed higher by motorists stocking up on fuel as prices shot higher because of the Iran war, according to official figures. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said the total volume…
UFU calls on retailers to recognise current cost pressures on farmers
The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has today (April 24) called on major retailers to “urgently engage” with the agricultural sector to ensure that the ongoing rise in production costs is “fairly reflected across the supply…
Les Deux Delivers Double-digit Growth Amid Physical Retail Push
PARIS — Danish menswear brand Les Deux continued its long-running growth streak in 2025, reporting a 13 percent increase in revenue year-over-year. The company posted gross profit of 16 million euros, up from 13.9 million euros the previous…
Major fashion and homeware retailer unveils upgraded store in Scottish town
The updated store has been completely redesigned to create a brighter, more spacious environment. Shoppers will find an expanded fashion offering, with a wider selection of trend-led pieces, everyday essentials and seasonal favourites. New fixtures…
Reliance Retail reports stable Q4 growth amid margin pressures
Reliance Retail Ventures reported steady growth in the fourth quarter of FY26, with strong momentum in hyper-local commerce and continued expansion of its store network, even as margins remained under pressure due to ongoing investments. The…
Fresh wave of deals, revamps to reshape S'pore retail scene
SINGAPORE - Big-ticket deals and multi-million-dollar mall revamps announced in recent months are set to reshape Singapore's retail scene, as landlords jostle for a bigger share of shoppers' spending and investors hunt for steady income streams.
Banks, Retailers Turn Call Centers Into Revenue Engines With AI
The cost center is now being evaluated as a point of conversion. The same technologies that shorten wait times are also positioning institutions to deepen relationships and influence spending behavior. Faster resolution times, fewer handoffs and…
Washington lawmakers seek to restore retail theft pilot funding
WASHINGTON — Washington state representatives raised concerns after funding for a pilot program aimed at retail crime was vetoed during the latest legislative session. According to Forbes data cited in the report, Washington ranked No. 1 in…
Pamper mum with new retail campaign
By Elli Freeman • Published: 24 Apr 2026 • 14:17 • 1 minute read Spoil mum with the help of Huercal-Overa's campaign Credit: Shutterstock, Chay_Tee The town of Huércal-Overa has introduced a new initiative to celebrate…
Retail sales rise as motorists stock up on fuel
Retailers saw a much-needed sales boost in the last month as Brits rushed to stock up on fuel amid fears that the Iran war could choke global supplies. Total retail sales were up 0.7 per cent in March, compared to a 0.6 fall in February, as fuel…
Retail Stocks To Add to Your Watchlist - April 24th
Google Cloud Next 2026 Event Bets Big on AI Infrastructure Amazon.com, Walmart, Alibaba Group, AutoZone, and Costco Wholesale are the five Retail stocks to watch today, according to MarketBeat's stock screener tool. Retail stocks are shares of…
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