Online growth unlikely to offset fall in shoppers going to sales

Local developer alleges group intentionally delayed project and charged fraudulent fees

Kohl’s and Macy’s lead charge but Apple falls back on fears over iPhone sales

Stores hope online sales and overseas visitors make up for lower footfall

Brewer sees potential applications beyond drinks and is debating creating rare spin-off

From free-range meat to vegan haircare, demand for sustainable goods is rising

Final price for UK bookmaker to depend on outcome of gambling review

Commission will examine whether manufacturers are being given illegal state support

Ofo and Mobike at vanguard as numbers soar, but profitability concerns persist

Changing consumer habits lead to altered shop layouts and special deals

John Lewis considers further job cuts, while other chains reassess outdated formats

Nationwide pigsty demolitions leave farmers without income

Mutual sells to Hermes as it focuses on its core retail business

Retailer agrees £9.8m payment to plug pension gap over next three years

Pension Protection Fund makes last minute decision to support restructuring proposals

Soft drink maker will change its name to Long Blockchain Corp