News-In-Brief
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Apr- 2025 -24 April
Today’s news in brief-24/4/25
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reviewing the Low Value Import scheme, which allows goods under £135 to enter the UK tariff-free,…
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23 April
Today’s news in brief-23/4/25
THG has rejected an unsolicited takeover bid for its Myprotein brand from Selkirk, describing the offer as “undervalued” and lacking…
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22 April
Today’s news in brief-22/4/25
Marks & Spencer has apologised to customers after a technical glitch disrupted contactless payments and click-and-collect services over the Bank…
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17 April
Today’s news in brief-17/4/25
Sainsbury’s has forecast flat profits for the coming year, expecting operating profit to drop to around £1bn, below market expectations,…
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16 April
Today’s news in brief-16/4/25
Inflation in the UK fell more than expected to 2.6% in March 2025, down from 2.8% in February, driven by…
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15 April
Today’s news in brief-15/4/25
Halfords has appointed Henry Birch, former CEO of The Very Group, as its new chief executive, replacing Graham Stapleton, who…
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14 April
Today’s news in brief-14/4/25
Currys CEO Alex Baldock has warned of a potential influx of Chinese products into UK and European markets, driven by…
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11 April
Today’s news in brief-11/4/25
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing has raised its profit forecast for the third consecutive year, driven by strong sales in Japan…
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10 April
Today’s news in brief-10/4/25
Tesco has warned of lower profits in the coming financial year, forecasting between £2.7bn and £3.0bn, down from £3.13bn in…
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8 April
Today’s news in brief-8/4/25
Levi Strauss & Co reported a strong start to 2025, with Q1 sales rising 3% to $1.5bn (£1.17bn) and adjusted…
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