The estimated loss of Black Friday UK spend due to lockdown is predicted to be over £1.26bn. Here's what you need to know to make the most margins this pre-Christmas season. more»

How to maximise your Christmas sales despite the second lockdown. more»

The benefits of flexible working, reduced hours and better working conditions remain hot topics of discussion in business, but have you ever stopped to consider the working conditions faced by the original mobile worker? more»

Giving gifts and holding parties is part of the festive season. One way to make your money go further is to make the most of available tax reliefs. That way you leverage your money effectively and HMRC is kept happy. more»

Politicians squabbling over the impact of “bewildering Brexit” has left UK shoppers lacking in Christmas cheer this year. more»

Shop prices are expected to keep rising in the run-up to Christmas, with retailers hit by volatile weather and Brexit jitters throughout 2018. more»

The latest Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Index revealed that retailers have the lowest confidence level of any sector, with 43% forecasting their fortunes will dive before Christmas. more»

With Rakuten Marketing revealing that 48% of shoppers worldwide have already bought Christmas presents, we were curious to find out if the jolly season was as much of a priority for small businesses. more»

There are several factors employers must think about the next time they consider giving a gift to someone at work. more»

A growing returns culture could start to see small ecommerce businesses fold this year, as new research finds half of consumers expect retailers to foot the postage bill for all unwanted goods. more»