High demand from consumers for the cheaper but more technically challenging metal is testing designers’ creativity
Brands are responding to calls for designs that pack complications into a smaller case
With a renowned watchmaker at the helm and technical innovation, the brand aims to be a ‘reference point’ again
Uncertainty around tariffs and worries about outlook for US economy have knocked confidence
Companies spent billions buying snack brands to boost growth — but now sales are falling
Ambitious theme park projects reflect hopes that foreign brands can boost spending in slowing economy
Aston Villa, Barcelona and Lyon also hit in crackdown by European club football’s governing body
Capping team budgets would potentially redistribute sponsorship dollars and talent
The 2022 tournament made winning players into stars and boosted match-day crowds
UK retailer says German brand should use cash on value-enhancing measures instead of payouts
US chocolate makers are dialling back their support for the environmental regulation under pressure from Washington
Local jewellers chip away at European dominance in domestic market as consumers move towards homegrown products
Government drive to cut waste and protect health being undermined by near-identical new products, experts warn
Allusion in graphic novel to July 5 catastrophe hits flight bookings and group tour prices
Delivery platform caused outrage with offer to incentivise outdoor work during heatwave
Rebound driven by increase in domestic business and consumer spending, S&P Global says
The unsung visionaries behind the world’s racing circuits are adapting to a new brief — one that values spectacle and social media as much as apexes and asphalt
Official review finds blaze caused by ‘catastrophic failure’ at local substation
Bakery chain says heatwave has reduced footfall, exacerbating investors’ concerns that company faces protracted slowdown
Survey shows drop in abstinence among young adults as drinks industry battles perception of structural decline
Investors are counting on new chief to turn footwear group’s crisis into an opportunity
US department store chain has made some of its creditors very unhappy with their unequal treatment
Lossmaking group with royal warrants is acquired by Oakley Capital
Price increases in June hit highest rate in more than a year, according to British Retail Consortium
Retailer’s offer slows effort by billionaire Brad Jacobs to create construction materials empire through QXO venture
