Fir real: expert tips on picking the perfect Christmas tree for the best price in the UK

Millions of real trees are sold each year, and costs vary widely – we ask experts how to find good deals

HMRC warns Christmas side-hustle sellers over tax on festive earnings

Crafters, artisans and others told to declare income if above £1,000 trading allowance in tax year

Owner of Sports Direct chain says consumer confidence ‘very subdued’ with sales at sports division down 5.8%

Favourite with cold water swimmers wins court case in London forcing brand to stop selling infringing items

Overnight camping was banned and motorists were told to plan their journey as New Zealand finally joined the flatpack family

Ministers accept watchdog’s recommendations on how to help people avoid spending more on formula than needed

Advertising watchdog says all three firms misled shoppers by using term ‘sustainable’ in paid-for Google adverts

The wholesale giant claims the White House misused emergency authority and warns importers could lose refunds even if duties are ruled unlawful

Malls are popular with zoomers, but they show less brand loyalty and are happy to settle for ‘dupes’ over the real thing

Data comes as KPMG highlights soft consumer spending as one factor likely to hold back growth in 2026

Sales rose to £278m in last finanical year but profit margins were hit by increasing staff and energy costs

Pay mistake is latest setback to image of exclusive Qatar-owned London retailer after a series of crises

But supermarket blames ‘self-inflicted’ IT problems that left gaps on shelves for 3.7% drop in sales

Primark, Currys and Boohoo criticise government for waiting until 2029 to phase out exemption on customs duty

Incentive scheme for CEO of fashion group, which also includes Boohoo, comes as sales slump 23%