Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 31, 2023

Amazon associates at a UK warehouse reportedly plan to strike for six days in April in a dispute over pay, according to Reuters. Lawsuit Hinges on Amazon’s Algorithm The class action lawsuit in the UK claims that Amazon uses a “secretive” algorithm to abuse its position as an ecommerce giant.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

eBay has launched a new UK partnership with clothing resale, sanitization and repair platform ACS to expand the online marketplace’s secondhand offering and help reduce waste in the fashion industry. The partnership aims to help more brands create and scale resale offerings while adding more secondhand options to eBay UK’s platform.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2022

Offering access to its 120 million monthly customers, Walmart Marketplace is making a concerted effort to add UK exporters to its roster of sellers. The move comes as the British government increases efforts to promote UK goods beyond the European Union with its Made in the UK, Sold to the World campaign.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 21, 2022

This year, the retailer has its sights set abroad, with the debut of new ecommerce flagships for both Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us in the UK just weeks before the official kickoff of the holiday season. The launch of the UK websites coincide with the rollout of Toys ‘R’ Us shops at Macy’s across the U.S., locations four years ago.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Slowly but surely Amazon is taking its brick-and-mortar act “across the pond,” opening several different types of physical stores in the UK. Amazon’s latest UK debut is its first Amazon 4-star store, which opened earlier in October offering housewares, books, games, electronics and toys. carrying clothes, electronics and more.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

has expanded its partnership with Next plc as part of its return of the Banana Republic brand to the UK and Ireland. Next partnership began in September 2021 when Gap closed all 81 of its UK and Ireland stores. The Gap Inc.-Next By May 31, 2022, Gap Inc.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 23, 2024

Spar UK will highlighting its most recent retailer recruitment opportunity, designed to encourage forward thinking independent retailers to join Spar at an upcoming industry event.

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 8, 2020

We surveyed more than a thousand employees across UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain to find out how they feel their firms are responding to the Coronavirus. UK employees: Are well-informed, and nervous. Our wave 1 outreach of our PandemicEX survey is back.

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RetailWire

APRIL 18, 2024

Popeyes, the Louisiana chicken chain, continues to expand its menu offerings in the UK. Known for its Cajun breakfast and spicy Buffalo chicken options, the fast-food brand has now introduced a new item: the Double Stack Sandwich.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Christmas in the UK is already in full swing. The UK remains a global shopping destination and traditionally sees a significant influx of tourists during the Christmas season. Prior to the pandemic they were the second-highest spenders in the UK after Americans and generally spent more per trip.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 8, 2024

Emily Prince at Peperami, said: " Research shows that despite this prolonged absence from the advertising spotlight, 'Animal' still has a place in the modern world and is firmly… This story continues at Peperami’s ‘Animal’ returns to UK screens Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

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Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 23, 2021

After reviewing 102 UK retailers, across several product categories, we found 92% of UK retailers offered at least one digital […].

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 15, 2022

Amazon is growing its UK workforce with the addition of 4,000 new jobs in corporate and technology fields , increasing the company’s permanent workforce in the region to 75,000. Over the last three years Amazon has created 40,000 new jobs across the UK. Amazon has reportedly delayed plans for at least 16 U.S. billion.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 18, 2023

TikTok is continuing to build out its commerce-related services with the launch of ecommerce fulfillment for companies in the UK selling via TikTok Shop. The UK, along with several markets in Asia, was one of the first regions where TikTok Shop commerce functionality was made available. cubic liters per shipment.

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Nespresso Professional has appointed Nick Stevens as B2B Commercial Director for the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI). The professional division of the business works with over 8000 business across the UK and Ireland. For more information, please visit: Nespresso Professional Coffee Machines & Coffee | Nespresso Pro UK.

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TalkingRetail

JANUARY 25, 2024

The UK government is being urged to follow new rules in Ireland which will force Irish businesses to accept cash. Irish politicians… This story continues at UK government urged to follow Ireland’s Access to Cash rules Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

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365 Retail

MARCH 21, 2024

Nespresso UK has ventured into the on-the-go coffee scene with the unveiling of a novel coffee shop model named ‘The Nespresso Bar’, strategically located in proximity to Liverpool Street station in the heart of London.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 15, 2024

Former Global-e European boss Neil Kuschel has joined InPost UK as CEO with immediate effect. Kuschel brings extensive knowledge and a wealth of experience in the logistics and technology industries, with a focus on supporting UK e-commerce retailers in their growth journey.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 12, 2024

Scandinavian Tobacco Group UK (STG UK) has announced its entry into the next-gen nicotine category with the launch of XQS pouches. XQS will be launching… This story continues at STG UK launches new XQS nicotine pouch Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 25, 2022

eBay has launched a program to sell defective merchandise from more than 100 brands in the UK, while lingerie brand Adore Me has debuted a new marketplace that will exclusively feature sustainable fashion brands. eBay UK Features ‘Imperfect’ Products from North Face, Puma and More. Items are available at up 60% off retail prices.

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Ecommerce Platforms

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The best Print on Demand companies in the UK are an excellent solution for entrepreneurs hoping to start their own business. With a UK POD company, you can create a range of unique products, without having to spend a fortune on manufacturing and fulfilment. Good shipping options around the UK. Pricing ??. Go to top.

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Ecommerce Platforms

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Are you looking for the best fulfilment companies UK brands can offer? The question is, which are the best ecommerce fulfilment companies for today’s UK entrepreneurs? Defining fulfilment companies UK. Fortunately, you can consider these fulfilment companies in the UK instead. Excellent for UK companies.

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Ecommerce Platforms

OCTOBER 21, 2021

If you aspire to become an independent UK store owner, there's no time like the present! For instance, if you're based in the UK and wish to sell to a UK audience, be prepared to vet prospective platforms a little closer to ensure they support your: Currency. The Best Ecommerce Platforms for UK Stores. BigCommerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2021

Gap will be shuttering all 81 of its stores in the UK and Ireland by the end of September 2021 as part of a strategic review of its European business. Gap has had a presence in the UK since 1987 and in Ireland since 2006. “In The Guardian estimates that the closures will result in the loss of more than 1,000 jobs.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 22, 2024

Getir is said to be preparing an exit from the UK market amid a post-Covid shift in demand.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 28, 2022

The company had announced that it was exploring strategic alternatives for the UK-based businesses in January 2022 as it turned its attentions to “focusing our portfolio, optimizing our capital allocation and accelerating our transformation to healthcare.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 22, 2022

In another sign of trouble for the parent company, Banana Republic will shut down its ecommerce operations in the UK on May 31, 2022. Gap closed its eight remaining Banana Republic stores in the UK in 2016 , but had maintained ecommerce operations in the region until now.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 2, 2020

Walmart will sell a majority stake in the UK-based grocery retailer Asda to the Issa brothers, the co-CEOs of EG Group , and TDR Capital for an enterprise value of $8.8 The retailer also will source more food from UK farmers and maintain its commitment to supporting domestic suppliers and small businesses.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Zara and eBay are advancing resale in the UK with two new initiatives: the launch of Zara Pre-Owned, and partnership with the British Fashion Council to launch the Circular Fashion Innovator’s Fund, respectively. Additionally, Lee is launching the Lee Archives in the U.S. eBay Boosts Six Circular-Focused Small Businesses.

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365 Retail

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Sephora is set to open its second UK store in Westfield Stratford on November 15th, 2023. The Stratford location is anticipated to be the first in a series of new stores as Sephora actively scouts for sites across the UK. Sephora has shown a keen interest in tailoring its offerings to the UK market.

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 3, 2023

You're in the right place if you're looking for a comprehensive Shopify review UK. Here, I'm digging deep into Shopify's features, pricing, usability, pros, and cons, focusing specifically on its suitability for UK-based businesses. Shopify is the best ecommerce platform available for UK businesses (at the time of writing).

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TalkingRetail

MARCH 14, 2024

Sugro UK, the member-owned buying and marketing group comprising of over 90 independent wholesalers, announced the expansion of its membership with the addition of Jambo Supplies. Jambo Supplies has added £26m in excess to the group’s existing buying power of over £2.5bn.

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365 Retail

APRIL 15, 2024

Though these mainstays remain top picks for those leaving the UK, there are new trends on the rise when it comes to travel. Let’s take a closer look at the most popular US destinations that UK travellers have been focusing on more and more over the last years. The post Which US Destinations Do UK Travelers Gravitate Towards?

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Asda will open 110 Asda Express convenience stores in February – a record for a single month – to accelerate its growth strategy in convenience and put it firmly on track to reach 1,000 UK stores in total for the first time.

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365 Retail

APRIL 19, 2024

Despite the Government refusing to overturn the abolition of the duty-free shopping for tourists in the Spring Budget, now half (50%) of UK consumers want the scheme to be reinstated, according to the latest research from Retail Technology Show (RTS), the leading event that connects retail’s changemakers and leading tech innovators.

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Ecommerce Platforms

AUGUST 9, 2021

If you're a UK entrepreneur who's laying the groundwork for their online business, you may have already started researching payment gateway providers. This begs the question: what are the best payment gateways for UK businesses? This begs the question: what are the best payment gateways for UK businesses? Pricing and Fees.

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The high street in the UK stands as more than a mere hub for shopping; it’s a cornerstone of local economies, embodying community, culture, and commerce. The post Revitalising the UK High Street: Beyond Commerce to Community Connection appeared first on Retail News and Events.

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