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The rise in geopolitical tensions and an increasingly polarized world are prompting countries to ramp up their defense spending. Therefore, fundamentally strong defense stocks Brady (BRC), Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), and Cadre Holdings (CDRE) could be wise portfolio additions now. Read more….

Coins and banknotes were a ‘useful tool’ to manage spending as living costs rise, says British Retail Consortium

Prices were 5.2 per cent higher in October than a year earlier, data shows

Prices were 5.2% higher in October than a year earlier, according to the British Retail Consortium (BRC)-Nielsen Shop Price Index.

The aerospace and defense industry has attracted significant investor attention lately due to the war between Israel and Hamas. Moreover, the industry is well-positioned for sustainable growth; with countries increasing their defense budgets and consistent technological advancements, it could be wise to invest in quality air defense stocks Sturm, Ruger…

Total UK retail sales limped to a 2.7% increase in September despite the fall in inflation, according to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor.

Retail giants like Boots, Tesco and Primark are pushing for Home Office action after violent incidents and abuse against shop staff almost doubled since the COVID pandemic. Retail crime cost UK shops £1.76 billion in the year to April 2023, according to the British Retail Consortium.

RMT says planned strike action by over 3,000 members at London tube stations on Wednesday 4th and Friday 6th October will not go ahead.

Average food basket down by 0.1% amid fierce supermarket competition, says the British Retail Consortium