Consumer confidence has taken a plunge just before Christmas, according to figures from GfK, which reveal a seven point dip compared to November.
Aldi has significantly increased its TV and press Christmas ad spend at a time when the "big four" supermarkets are reducing their spend, according to Nielsen.
20 Dec 2012
| by Charlie Abrahams
Around one in five US and European bargain hunters land on sites selling counterfeit goods, writes Charlie Abrahams, vice president, EMEA, MarkMonitor.
Comet has disappeared from the high street after 79 years with the closure of its final 35 stores, as administrator Deloitte considers options to keep the brand and website alive.
18 Dec 2012
| by Staff
From revealing insights to gaffes, some of the biggest names in marketing, and beyond, have had plenty to say about the reality of the industry and key events of the past 12 months.
Retailers were given a much-needed boost last weekend after footfall in shops around the country increased 1.5% year on year, according to Experian.
Waitrose is launching its first live cooking show today, which will be streamed via its website and presented by Lisa Faulkner, the 'Celebrity Masterchef' winner.
Wickes, the home improvements store, has appointed OMD UK to its search account after a competitive pitch involving Aegis Media's iProspect.
18 Dec 2012
| by Fiona McBride
Brands have to be careful not to run foul of the rules when running price comparison ad campaigns, writes Fiona McBride, trade mark attorney, Withers & Rogers.
Burberry has hired Romeo Beckham, the 10-year-old son of David and Victoria Beckham, to appear in the global campaign for its Spring/Summer range.