Plastic tub gets the snub as Nestlé tests paper container for Quality Street

Christmas-favourite sweet brand hopes to cut virgin plastic use, but consumers may mourn reusable tub

Shein doubles profits in UK after sales leap 40% to £1.5bn

Fast-fashion retailer presents ‘real challenge for Boohoo and Asos’ as it considers £50bn IPO, says analyst

Thai conglomerate Central Group to co-own high-profile retailer with Saudi Public Investment Fund

Retail sales show strongest growth in six months as shoppers buy clothes and computers for new academic year

Nish Kankiwala to become non-executive adviser as Jason Tarry accelerates turnaround plan

In letter to chancellor, Tesco and M&S are among firms warning tax could result in widespread store closures

Julian Dunkerton on how Brexit was an ‘economic disaster’ and why the brand is focusing on ‘preppy classics’

John Lewis launches glitter-free range amid rising concerns over its impact on the environment

Having exited most of its overseas adventures the retailer is an advertisement for the virtues of sticking to the knitting

Bill is likely to include measures such as ending ‘exploitative’ zero-hours contracts and changes to sick pay

Cold and wet spring reduces demand for camping kit and clothing, while shipping rerouting delays deliveries

Nigel Blow worked for 14 years at Knightsbridge store as more than 70 victims allege sexual assault by late owner

Sportswear giant pulls financial guidance for the year to provide incoming CEO Elliott Hill ‘flexibility’

Closures will affect 465 jobs and retailer will also try to reduce its rent bill at nine sites if creditors approve its strategy

Suppliers say gen Z and millennials are driving trend for 1970s-style fixtures as well as other bright colours