Lidl has reported its strongest UK Christmas trading period, with sales rising by 7 per cent year-on-year in the four weeks to 24 December, surpassing the £1 billion milestone for the first time. Two million more shoppers visited its stores during the festive season, lured by cut-price champagne and an “affordable” party food range, which […]
A record number of shops are expected to close their doors this year, with rising business rates cited as the final blow for many retailers. According to fresh figures from the Centre for Retail Research, store closures could hit 17,349 in 2025, surpassing the 17,145 recorded in 2022 when pandemic support measures were scaled back. […]
The Bank of England is expected to cut interest rates at least four times this year, according to a new survey of 51 economists. The recent poll suggests the base rate could fall from its current 4.75 per cent to 3.75 per cent or lower in 2025, with a majority of respondents forecasting four quarter-point […]
David Lloyd Leisure is ramping up its focus on flexible lifestyles by introducing dedicated workspaces at its upmarket health clubs, allowing members to squeeze exercise, spa time, and remote work into one location. The move comes in response to changing work patterns, as more professionals break free from daily office commutes. Russell Barnes, chief executive […]
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Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN PMN Business Author of the article: The Associated Press Lindsey Bahr Published Jan 01, 2025 • 5 minute read Article content Movie ticket sales took a bit of a hit in 2024. The annual domestic box office is expected to end up at around $8.75 billion, down more than 3% from […]
Article content (Bloomberg) — Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Co. was the world’s most active sovereign wealth fund last year as it ramped up deal-making across everything from private credit to artificial intelligence. Article content That came as Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which was the most active in 2023, slowed down spending and refocused on […]
Article content SAN FRANCISCO — Sephora is kicking off the new year by unveiling its highly anticipated lineup of 2025 birthday gift offerings for the U.S. and Canada and there is so much to look forward to! Article content The gifts can be redeemed for free at Sephora and Sephora at Kohl’s locations, or online […]