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By Justin Pike, founder and CEO of Burbank Every online merchant knows the pain of seeing a full shopping cart turn into nothing. Each abandoned cart represents lost revenue, and...

Zara’s newly announced two-year collaboration with John Galliano has all the hallmarks of a buzz-worthy designer tie-up, however, the real opportunity lies beyond short-term hype. By embedding one of fashion’s...

As exam season begins to get closer many students will be starting their revision to give them the best chance of acing their results. And whilst the revision itself is...

By Dan Edelman, UK general manager, merchant services, American Express Brand strength has long been one of retail’s most valuable assets. But in 2026, it is no longer enough. The...

By Stefan Spendrup, VP of sales, Northern and Western Europe at SOTI and Colby Kavannagh, senior VP marketing, at Seagull Software Spendrup, VP of sales, Northern and Western Europe at...

Consumer goods companies must accelerate decision making and rethink their growth strategies to stay competitive in the modern industry, according to new research from IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution). The...

Email is a traditional yet powerful communication tool used by businesses. Customers still rely on email for confirmations and updates, as first impressions start with an email. This first impression...

Building substantial wealth is rarely the result of a lottery win or a sudden inheritance; instead, it is the cumulative effect of small, consistent actions taken over time. Whether you...

Wuthering Heights hit cinemas last Friday and is currently taking the world by storm, and we all seem to be obsessed with Margot Robbie’s effortless, youthful look. Instead of glass...

Searches for one of the world’s most iconic watches are “skyrocketing” after a new JFK Jr and Carolyn Bessette drama reignited obsession with 90s “quiet luxury”, a major UK retailer...

Chargebacks911, a global leader in dispute resolution and chargeback prevention,   is warning merchants and payments leaders to prepare for a surge in post-holiday disputes as Lunar New Year spending accelerates...

Profit margins at the world’s twenty biggest luxury goods groups have slid from an average of 24% in 2022 to 13% now*, research from supply chain experts Inverto, part of...

By Melinda Roylett, managing director, merchant services, Lloyds Banking Group A till can tell you more about customer behaviour than a month of reports. Every tap, every pause and every...

Ahead of a future that is immensely inclined towards faster operation cycles and output generation, the success of U.S. dealerships will depend on hyper-personalized, context-aware experiences, argued by Spyne. A...

UK grocers’ rapid rollout of GLP-1 ready meal formats in January has all the hallmarks of a trend-chasing moment. However, the real opportunity lies beyond trend-driven labelling. As appetite-suppressing weight-loss...

As global temperatures breach the 1.5°C threshold and climate impacts intensify across supply chains, a new report released today by Stand.earth, Oxfam in Bangladesh, and the Bangladesh Center for Workers Solidarity (BCWS) sets out first-of-its-kind, brand-specific...

As the UK confectionery market continues to evolve beyond traditional flavour extensions, Langtins is positioning itself as a format-led challenger brand focused on texture, nostalgia and experiential snacking. Langtins founder...

Eyelash serum has quietly moved from a niche treatment to one of beauty’s fastest-growing categories, and the momentum shows no sign of slowing as we head into 2026 — a...

Following today’s release of Kering’s figures for the twelve months ending 31 December 2025; Chloe Tedford-Jones, apparel analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Kering’s...

GD’s (Institute of Grocery Distribution) latest Viewpoint Quarterly report: ‘Inflation persists as risks grow’, summarises that 2026 has begun with heightened uncertainty for the food and drink industry, as inflationary pressures...