Sebastian James leaves in November as Walgreens indicates IPO or disposal for UK retailer is off the table
Election-betting probe tests watchdog’s ability to handle an investigation outside sporting arena
Sector forecast to double in value over eight years but soaring inflation will erode families’ spending power
Backlash to Pride wares was only the start of recent woes as reliance on discretionary goods took a price-conscious hit
Revelations show industry not immune to questionable practices
Prices on secondary market for lifetime memberships continue to slide post-pandemic as city’s troubles squeeze demand
Loading taxes or other restrictions on farmers is politically difficult
Titles popular among younger gamers are expected to lead to an increase in those playing and watching the sport
Results from listed pub groups and easing cost pressures provide succour
Sportswear maker says it is taking aggressive action to reorganise inventory after weaker than expected quarter
As a changing climate makes southern counties ripe for viticulture, the largest producers are attracting investment from overseas
Parents will stop at nothing to help their children celebrate the end of exam season
Fast-fashion group’s ambition of listing in London is facing scrutiny in UK and China
Poor harvests hitting production have forced up the cost of key ingredient
Swedish clothing group can no longer compete with Shein and Temu on price
Major sporting and cultural events fuel surge in hotel room prices and airline tickets in Europe
Sporting events increasingly focus on premium packages for wealthy individuals as corporate clients cut back
Bars and fans had argued the US football league had restricted competition for airing games nationwide
Owner of Boots and Duane Reade sees stretched customers and lower prescription reimbursements hitting margins
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There are signs the group — under new CEO and ex-Mattel executive Richard Dickson — is winning its way back into shoppers’ drawers
Retailers including Halfords flag sinking demand as customers avoid big purchases
Britain enjoys strong services exports and a solid education system but low productivity growth and stagnant living standards
Daniel Ervér says having physical stores and a website puts business in ‘a very strong position’
Ecommerce giant seeks to mirror cut-price rivals’ business model of direct-from-China offerings
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