With the supermarket petrol price war raging on, it can be difficult for drivers to choose the filling station that gives them the best deal. The fluctuating cost of wholesale oil also plays a role in this as petrol prices vary month to month, meaning that... Read More
Demand for luxury branded goods is boosting the performance of prime retail property in Europe’s leading shopping destinations. Cushman & Wakefield reports that, in sharp contrast to many high streets, rental growth on so called ‘super streets’ rose... Read More
For many years, Upton Cressett Hall has nestled in the Shropshire Hills. Like many of England’s finest homes it has played a small part in others’ fights as history unfolded around it, however it now faces a fight of its own. In one corner are the... Read More
While much of the British electronics retailing industry struggled throughout the recession, mobile phone companies have been faring rather better. The unveiling of plans for a 4G data connection in the UK, as well as the release of the iPhone 5 and Samsung... Read More
Christmas is in the air, with eager shoppers rushing out to buy everything needed for the big day. Presents, decorations and festive foods line the aisles of supermarkets nationwide – but rather than a White Christmas, many are gearing up for the biggest... Read More
Black Friday or should it be called Black Monday? Even if you are a Christmas humbug, you may still enjoy the feeling of giving a present to someone and seeing their face light up. But the feeling is even better if you secretly know that you bought their... Read More
Letters due to be sent to Comet staff suggest that job losses could be imminent at the failed electrical retailer. The Daily Telegraph reports that administrator Deloitte will issue the letters warning of the “potential for redundancies” shortly. The... Read More
With the Eurozone crisis escalating, many international tourists are being discouraged from visiting countries such as Spain, Italy and France due to the fact that inflation means they may not get a good deal for their money. Even in relatively stable... Read More
With much of the world still reeling from the global recession, and the Eurozone crisis seeming to worsen on a daily basis, retailers are beginning to invest heavily in emerging markets. Countries such as China, India and Russia are proving to be popular for... Read More
During the Olympics, Sunday trading laws were relaxed in order to allow larger retailers the opportunity to cash in on a heightened enthusiasm from consumers to spend. Under current laws, stores of more than 3,000 sq ft are only allowed to trade for six hours... Read More
