Nike’s diversity advert causing a backlash in Japan
The sportswear giant is facing criticism online, but it could work in its favour with more sales.
The rollercoaster ride of Scotland’s first gold mine
Production is now under way at Cononish in the west of Scotland after decades of setbacks for prospectors.
Covid brainwave: ‘I turned my office into a cyclists’ cafe’
Three stories of people working in hospitality who have set up new businesses during Covid-19.
Shoppers on Debenhams’ demise: I’ll miss it
Shoppers in Leeds react to the news that the 242-year-old retailer will close.
Brushing: When Amazon packages arrive that you didn’t order
Zoe Kleinman looks at the sneaky way some sellers are trying to boost their products on Amazon.
Why shops are going over to the ‘dark’ side
Some retailers are converting stores into mini-distribution hubs in response to Covid-19.
A brief history of Topshop: From basement to high-street empire
Topshop owner Arcadia could collapse, here’s a look back at some of the shop’s key moments.
Coronavirus: Suspend peak rail fares over Christmas, says Labour
A surge in travel is expected when restrictions across the UK are eased between 23 and 27 December.
How green and profitable are e-scooters?
Wayne Ting, chief executive of e-scooter firm Lime, says there’s room for improvement.
Zappos ex-boss and Las Vegas entrepreneur Tony Hsieh, 46, dies after house fire
Tony Hsieh led online retailer Zappos, acquired by Amazon, and helped transform central Las Vegas.