FORGOTTEN HISTORY: Niq - Caught on Camera

Goodbye to the gastropub – the proper ‘wet’ boozer is back in fashion

LET’S UNPACK THAT: With gastropubs facing rising costs and drinkers craving somewhere to socialise without a reservation, Hannah Twiggs looks at the welcome return of the old-fashioned pub

The Independent UK · Oct 23

Shop price inflation slows as retailers ramp up promotions to drive demand

Shop prices overall were 1.4% up on a year ago, down from August’s growth of 1.5%, according to the British Retail Consortium and NIQ.

The Independent UK · Sep 28

Price rises gather pace in UK shops amid higher energy costs

In-store inflation rises to an annual 1.5% in August, according to a survey for the British Retail Consortium

The Guardian - UK · Sep 1

NIQ Global Intelligence Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

NIQ Global Intelligence (NYSE:NIQ) reported first-quarter 2026 results that exceeded the company’s expectations, with management highlighting steady subscription growth, margin expansion and increased investment in artificial intelligence capabilities. Chief Executive Officer Jim Peck said NIQ deli

MarketBeat · May 15

Price rises in UK shops slow as retailers apply heavy discounts to lure shoppers

Shop price inflation rose by 1% year-on-year in April, slowing from 1.2% in March, the BRC says

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28

2 Tech Stock Analysts Believe Can Bounce 70% or More Over the Next 12 Months

These two beaten-down tech names with powerful AI backbones could be setting up for a dramatic comeback.

Barchart · Apr 23

7-Eleven Closing Stores: Convenience Giant to Shut 600+ Outlets, Swap 'Dusty Shelves' for Miso Ramen

7‑Eleven is closing more than 600 stores in 2026 as it pivots towards larger, 'food‑forward' outlets serving everything from egg sandwiches to miso ramen.

International Business Times UK · Apr 14

Shop price inflation increases as ‘storm clouds loom’ amid Middle East crisis

Inflation will rise, although there are “no indications” it will reach the peaks of the last spike in April 2023, the British Retail Consortium said

The Independent UK · Mar 30

Shop price inflation eases but food costs still 3.5% up on a year ago

Overall shop inflation fell slightly to 1.1% from January’s 1.5%, according to the British Retail Consortium and NIQ.

Evening Standard · Mar 3

Shop prices jump more than expected with beef and fish costs blamed on National Insurance rises

Shop inflation overall was 1.5% higher than a year earlier

The Independent UK · Jan 27