Retail
New site creates online shopping first
The new UK money-saving site ILoveCashback.com will break new ground for online shopping by offering price comparison, voucher codes and cashback - all in one place.
Low-ticket products drive sustained online growth levels
The latest figures from the IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index have revealed continuing strong growth for online sales in May, with shoppers in the UK spending a total of £5.3 billion online, an impressive 18% more than May 2010, up 2% on last month and equivalent to £86 per person.
ANIMOD launches auction of hotel vouchers on AUCTIONATA
ANIMOD, the specialist for hotel- and travel vouchers, launches its first real-time internet-auction on AUCTIONATA, the world’s only online auction house.
Taking the worry out of online shopping
A new online shopping directory has been created in a bid to help consumers avoid being ripped off online.
Britain’s new coupon clipping heroes
Cutting out coupons from the back of packets may be a thing of the past, but research has uncovered a new generation of British coupon clippers thriving on the digital alternative.
New range of Salomon footwear available from E-Outdoor
E-Outdoor, a leading retailer of branded outdoor clothing and equipment, has launched a brand new range of Salomon footwear at their Northampton, Rugby and online stores.
Shopping online with credit cards now the norm
The ease and speed of shopping online using credit cards has transformed the way we buy everything from books and gadgets to flights, hotel stays and tickets for gigs, shows and sports events.
Glamping may not be an option as festival ticket prices surge
With the UK’s festival season just around the corner, new research from shopping comparison website Kelkoo reveals that unsuspecting revellers are now paying 58% more for tickets than they did five years ago.
Act now on m-commerce to unlock £1.3bn boost to economy
Mobile shopping could deliver a £4.5bn boost to Britain’s economy by 2016 and a further £13bn by 2021, according to new research by online marketplace eBay.
Lyle & Scott launch Facebook store
Lyle & Scott has launched its first social media commerce store. The new application by e-commerce specialists BT Fresca means customers can now make purchases with the Scottish fashion brand on Facebook.
Online shoppers frequently abandon their shopping cart
Shopping cart abandonment continues to rise despite retailers’ best efforts to curb the problem, according to research from Royal Mail Tracked.
frooly launches online market places
Following a successful beta period frooly, the local online market place, has officially launched. frooly's aim is to provide independent merchants with an online space that allows them to reach their local communities on a city by city basis.
Prepaid cards - shopping online the secure way
There are some amazing bargains to be had on the internet, but occasionally, the deals on offer are just too good to be true. In fact, a Eurostat report reveals that 7% of internet users in the UK suffered financial loss in 2010, through phishing or pharming attacks or fraudulent payment card use. This compares with a European average of just 3%.
Expedia improves mobile shopping experience
Expedia.com, leading online travel agency, has announced two new milestones in mobile shopping for travel. The company launched a hotel booking app for Android devices called "Expedia Hotels."
M&S joins National Walk to School Week
M&S today launches a new online campaign to help encourage UK children to walk to school. Working in partnership with charity Living Streets, M&S has created a free downloadable game for parents to play with their children, along with useful safety tips to use on their walk to and from school.