Latest online retail news
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NewsSuperdrug gifting helpline sees success ahead of Christmas
Superdrug’s gifting helpline has seen success ahead of Christmas as customers look to humans for advice for better personal choices, suggestions and gifting options.
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NewsTemu launches app for Shopify merchants to sell on the marketplace
Temu has launched a new app for Shopify merchants, allowing these sellers to list and manage products on the marketplace directly from their Shopify accounts.
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NewsUK consumers set to spend nearly £25bn over Christmas
UK consumers are set to spend £24.6bn on presents, food, and festivities over the Christmas period this year, according to PwC’s latest festive predictions survey.
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NewsFanatics to open dedicated Verstappen store
Sports merchandise specialist Fanatics is to launch an online shop with F1 world champion Max Verstappen – the first time it has teamed up with an “active athlete”.
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NewsShoe Zone partners with Royal Mail to expand customer options
Footwear specialist Shoe Zone has launched a partnership with Royal Mail to expand its collection and returns options for online customers.
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NewsOcado reveals cash payment from Kroger following scale-back of US business
Tech platform and online grocer Ocado has agreed compensation from US partner Kroger after the North American food giant decided to cut back the relationship.
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NewsThe Entertainer becomes first toy retailer to launch on Deliveroo
Toys specialist The Entertainer is to offer shoppers rapid delivery through a tie-up with Deliveroo.
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NewsJust Eat chief executive to depart following takeover
The chief executive and founder of Just Eat is stepping down from his role at the rapid delivery platform following a £3.6bn takeover by Prosus.
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NewsGoogle launches virtual fashion try-on tool in the UK
Google has launched its virtual apparel try-on tool in the UK and India for users in time for Christmas.
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NewsM&S launches week-long festive live shopping event
M&S has launched a week-long live shopping event as it promises to make “December’s whirlwind of festive prep effortless”.
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NewsDeliveroo becomes first delivery platform to offer Nectar points
Deliveroo has become the first delivery platform to roll out Nectar, one of the UK’s largest loyalty card programmes.
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NewsTikTok Shop to see ‘record-breaking’ Black Friday sales as more retailers join platform
TikTok Shop is expected to see a record-breaking Black Friday as retailers such as Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s and Clarks joined the platform in time for peak, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsShein, H&M and Sephora among top retailers investing in Black Friday influencer marketing
Retailers including Shein, H&M and Sephora are among the top 15 brands investing in Black Friday influencer marketing, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsChatGPT adds ‘shopping research’ personal shopper feature
OpenAI has added a new funtion to ChatGPT which allows shoppers to describe what they’re looking for and receive a personalised buyers guide to help them decide what to buy.
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NewsChancellor delays axing of de minimis rule
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly not scrapping the de minimis rule in this week’s Budget, but plans to in 2029.
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NewsClarks goes with new-look fascia at relocated Oxford Street store
Clarks’s relocated store on Oxford Street is sporting a new look fascia, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsAsos posts full-year earnings rise despite sales fall
Online fashion retailer Asos is “ready to reclaim our place as the most exciting destination for fashion-loving customers” after reporting an improved financial performance.
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NewsB&Q expands Deliveroo trial outside of London
Home and DIY giant B&Q has today [November 20] announced it is expanding its rapid delivery partnership with Deliveroo to trial the service beyond London and Brighton.
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NewsRetailer payments back up and running after Cloudflare outage
Retailers affected by the Cloudflare outage are now reported to be back up and running following payment and checkout issues.
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NewsVagabond Wines launches direct-to-consumer online platform
Vagabond Wines has launched a new direct-to-consumer platform, offering nationwide, next-day delivery for customers.