Retail Times

Retail Times is a privately owned platform that covers both local and international retail markets. It offers fresh and unique news about the retail industry, staying ahead of the curve by uncovering and sharing the latest trends, insights, and innovations in this dynamic field. The Retail Times website is accessible to both retail professionals and consumers at no cost, meaning there are no subscription fees or charges to view any of its content.

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Andrés Iniesta supports FedEx 'Champions of Business list'

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

Global football icon, business founder, owner, and investor, Andrés Iniesta stars as the face of the newly launched FedEx Champions of Business list. Created by FedEx, this campaign aims to spotlight innovative SME businesses that are shaping the football industry.
BlueSnap partners with Shopware to unlock seamless payments for North American businesses

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

BlueSnap, the global payment orchestration platform for leading B2B and B2C businesses, today announced it is a payment partner for Shopware, an open-source eCommerce platform. As part of its expansion into North America, Shopware selected BlueSnap to deliver secure transactions, flexible payment methods, and seamless integrations tailored for its United States and Canada merchants.
Aldi Scotland’s premium Scottish gin awarded a gold award - and Best in Country - at The World Drink Awards 2025

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

One of Aldi Scotland’s premium Scottish gins has been awarded a gold award – and Best in Country – at The World Drink Awards 2025. The awards, presented by TheDrinksReport.com, select, reward and promote the world’s best drinks to consumers and trade across the globe. Aldi’s Còmhla Scottish Gin, which is priced at £19.99 for a 70cl bottle, beat a host of pricier competitors in its category for the prize.
Global fashion brand Pull&Bear debuts first Glasgow store at Silverburn

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

Spanish fashion label Pull&Bear has joined the line-up at leading retail and leisure destination Silverburn, marking the brand’s Glasgow debut and second store in Scotland. Opening on Thursday 17 April, Pull&Bear has taken over the former Topshop unit, perfectly positioned between Mango and River Island and spanning 12,740 sq ft. Founded in 1991, and owned by international fashion group Inditex, Pull&Bear now operates nearly 1,100 stores worldwide.
UK e-commerce maturity is changing the shape of logistics demand, Prologis Research finds

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

New data from Prologis Research reveals that e-commerce continues to reshape logistics demand across Europe, with the UK emerging as the most mature and complex market. With 32% of all retail purchases now made online – more than triple the rate in many continental European countries – focus is shifting from growth in volume to growth in intensity. As the UK’s e-commerce market matures, customer expectations continue to evolve – with an emphasis on speed, seamless returns and convenience.
Easter 2025 shapes up to be a retail win, despite dip in average order value

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

New data from Visualsoft shows strong revenue and order growth across key categories as shoppers turn to alternative gifts and last-minute buysEaster 2025 is on track to be a strong period for UK retailers, with revenue and order volumes rising across several core categories including DIY, Home Furnishings, and Gifts. Although average order values have dipped slightly, the upward trend in total orders suggests that consumers are still spending – just with a more value-conscious mindset.
Wickes offers significant savings across top products live now until Wednesday 23rd April

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

As home renovation projects surge ahead of summer, Wickes is offering homeowners a significant boost with its Easter Savings Event, live now with selected deals available until the 23rd April. With incredible savings across multiple product ranges, Wickes is making it easier than ever to achieve that dream home makeover, offering reductions on everything from panelling kits to garden essentials.
Study reveals the food and drink sector receives the highest volume of negative reviews

6 days ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

For small businesses, reviews are key assets—positive feedback builds trust, while negative reviews offer valuable insights for improvement. The food and drink sector, for instance, sees over 40% of negative reviews. But how does it stack up against other industries? To find out, Capital on Tap used AI to analyse over 14,000 Google reviews from 15 industries across the UK.
Hospitality and catering employees were most likely to quit their job in 2024

1 week ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

It costs a business an average of more than £30,000 to replace an employee – approximately £25,000 in lost productivity, £3,600 to recruit temporary workers to cover the role before the new hire starts, £750 in managerial time spent interviewing candidates, £450 in recruitment agency fees, £400 in advertising the job role, and £200 in HR time spent on admin tasks related to the hiring process.
The new Rhythm of the Night, No7 presents sleep remix of 90s club classic

1 week ago | retailtimes.co.uk | Fiona Briggs

New research from No7, the UK’s number one skincare brand1, reveals that while many of us still love a big night out-out, we also get just as excited about a big night in-in, and a quality night’s sleep. In what is being dubbed as the rise of the Big ‘Night In-In’, 65% of British women say they prefer a night at home and a good night’s sleep over a night out dancing.