Retail trade
The U.S. Mint's decision to stop making pennies has led to a shortage of the coin, causing challenges for retailers, especially when it comes to SNAP transactions. The American Bankers Association estimates that most pennies are collecting dust in jars, rather than being in circulation. As a
Retail trade
The U.S. Mint's decision to stop making pennies has led to a shortage of the coin, causing challenges for retailers, especially when it comes to SNAP transactions. The American Bankers Association estimates that most pennies are collecting dust in jars, rather than being in circulation. As a
Retail trade
The Very Group, owner of Littlewoods.com, has reported a significant loss after writing off a major loan from the Barclay family, its parent company. The impairment on the £525m loan resulted in a £505m loss for the year ending June, compared to a £16.3m loss the previous year.
Theft
A prolific thief, 49-year-old Philip Tamlin, has been jailed and banned from shops in Holton Road and the Waterfront Retail Park in Barry, following his conviction for shoplifting. Tamlin was involved in multiple incidents of theft from local stores, including Morrisons, the Co-op, and One Stop. He was jailed for
Associations
The Michigan Retail Index for September 2025 came in at 55.1, marking a 10-point increase from August's score of 44.9. This is the first positive sales month since May 2025, and it's 16.4 points higher than the previous year's score of
Associations
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and National Retail Association (NRA) have cautioned that the Federal Government's proposed supermarket pricing legislation risks tangling business in unnecessary red tape, running counter to the Federal Government's commitment to improve productivity. Retailers are warning that excessive legislation will increase compliance
Police departments
Investigations by the Santa Rosa Police Department resulted in the arrest of Robert Lopez, a 39-year-old man accused of directing others to steal Lego sets and resell the items at inflated prices. The operation, which involved tens of thousands of Lego pieces, was uncovered when detectives arrived at a house
Consumer goods
China's retail sales of consumer goods saw a robust 4.5 percent year-on-year increase in the first three quarters of 2025, according to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The total retail sales for this period reached 36.5877 trillion yuan (approximately 5.16 trillion U.
Theft
Investigations by the Santa Rosa Police Department resulted in the arrest of Robert Lopez, a 39-year-old man accused of directing others to steal Lego sets and resell the items at inflated prices. The operation, which involved tens of thousands of Lego pieces, was uncovered when detectives arrived at a house
Police departments
Law enforcement officials in California have made a significant bust in a Lego trafficking ring, arresting 39-year-old Robert Lopez and accusing him of stealing tens of thousands of dollars' worth of the popular toys. The investigation, which began last month, reveals a sophisticated operation where Lopez allegedly directed others
Police departments
Law enforcement officials in California have made a significant bust in a Lego trafficking ring, arresting 39-year-old Robert Lopez and accusing him of stealing tens of thousands of dollars' worth of the popular toys. The investigation, which began last month, reveals a sophisticated operation where Lopez allegedly directed others
Diwali
As Diwali approaches, Indian retailers are offering attractive discounts on premium smartphones, with the iPhone 16 Pro being a standout deal. Despite the latest iPhone 17 series launch, the 16 Pro remains a top choice due to its similar features and lower prices. With its high-end specs, advanced camera, and
