The UK economy expanded at its slowest annual rate in six years in 2018 after a sharp contraction in December. … More
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AO World boss replaced by founder with ‘immediate effect’
The boss of AO World is stepping down from the online electrical goods retailer after two years in the role.
US lifts sanctions on Putin ally’s firms
The Trump administration has lifted sanctions on three firms linked to Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska, an ally of President Vladimir … More
Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’
Hundreds of popular cars – including four of the five best-selling models in the UK – are susceptible to “keyless … More
Can pubs stand many more Dry Januarys?
“As a small independent bar group, we do feel a hit at the start of the year,” says Tom Jackman, … More
How Instagram influencers would tackle the retail crisis
We all know that it’s been a tough year for fashion retailers on the High Street, but online it’s been … More
Restaurant insolvencies jump as diners stay at home
The number of restaurant businesses becoming insolvent jumped by a quarter in 2018 as consumers shunned the High Street, new … More
Marmite sprouts? Why retailers are pushing the boundaries with festive food
Many readers will find the thought of Christmas tree-flavoured crisps revolting, but Iceland is betting its customers will feel the … More
Hamleys pulls slime toy amid safety fears
Hamleys has stopped selling a children’s slime toy after the product failed a safety test for boron, a chemical that … More
Dixons Carphone shares dive on huge loss
Shares in Dixons Carphone have tumbled by 14% after the retailer wrote down the value of its mobile business, Carphone … More
