Mohamed Dabo

UK inflation was unchanged in May as lower food prices offset higher transport costs, while retail competition kept prices subdued despite rising costs.

The emerging Iran peace deal has boosted investor confidence, with hotels expected to benefit if regional stability holds.

UK retailers employed fewer people in early 2026 than at any point since comparable records began, according to new figures based on official data.

As competition for direct bookings grows, hotels must balance OTA visibility with a seamless direct booking experience.

Warm conditions in May 2026 drove a brief uplift in UK retail activity, with both ONS data and industry reports pointing to stronger consumer spending.

AI is no longer just a back-office technology in packaging. It is now shaping how products are designed, printed, tracked and experienced once they reach the market.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is drawing millions of fans, but many host-city hotels are struggling to fill rooms once reserved months in advance.

The global hotel market is increasingly split between strong demand for luxury and superior rooms and weaker performance in economy segments.

The European packaging sector has been operating in a period of uncertainty as it prepares for the full implementation of new EU packaging legislation.

Since 19 June 2026, online businesses selling to consumers in the European Union have been required to offer a simple digital way for shoppers to cancel eligible purchases and exercise their right of withdrawal.