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UK consumer confidence deteriorated further in October, with expectations for the state of the economy and personal finances both falling, according to British Retail Consortium (BRC)-Opinium survey data released ahead of the government’s Autumn Budget.
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Jeff Vockrodt, the President and CEO of the Fair Labor Association (FLA), says the burden of climate change and the associated impact on factory workers should not fall on suppliers alone.
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The Very Group reported a record earnings performance in fiscal 2026 (FY26) despite "persistent weakness" in its fashion offering and a 4.6% decline in fashion and sports sales.
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UK retail sales fell more sharply than expected in September as unseasonably warm weather dampened demand for autumn and winter clothing, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures.
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Concerns about the economy are prompting a shift in how Americans approach holiday shopping, with new survey data showing that 56% expect financial conditions to influence their spending decisions this year.
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