The world’s largest sportswear maker is in crisis as its sneakers lose some of their cultural cachet
Despite the sense of uncertainty and geopolitical tension around the world, the market for high jewellery remains buoyant; palladium proves its worth as a lighter metal option; the Seiko that secretly went into space; the business of friendship bracelets
Businesses that imposed relentless post-pandemic price rises are reaching outer limits of the strategy
Parents will stop at nothing to help their children celebrate the end of exam season
Styles once designed for women are increasingly popular among male buyers
Promotions are up but sales remain muted in sign that demand is not recovering
FT analysis of official data points to impact of cost of living crisis on consumption
Deloitte survey shows people opting to spend less money on social drinking than at any time since lockdown
The Duchess of Sussex’s new venture has attracted attention, but homely enterprises struggle to make money
Europe’s high-end houses are being challenged by the rapid growth of local brands
Retail sales reach a plateau while company executives see disposable income squeezed
ONS updates list of items used to measure price growth on back of changing spending habits
A dig into the data offers some clues
After hitting pandemic-era records, second-hand watch prices are sinking fast
Belgian company Lotus Bakeries has profited as social media fuels appetite for its spreads and biscuits
Strong spending data has boosted Chinese stocks as trading resumes after week-long break
Shoppers hold back as gloom persists about world’s second-largest economy
Data adds to signs of improved sentiments at the start of the year
Rubies and emerald prices hold up but man-made rivals dull demand of diamonds
Lidl and Next enjoy a successful Christmas
High streets lure bargain hunters looking for fashion items and beauty products
Scandinavian companies to expand physical presence to buck gloomy trends in their industries
The old philosophy of ‘make do and mend’ is making a comeback in Europe
Shops are having to work harder to tempt customers, who are proving savvy about bargains
So how can you continue to enjoy the luxuries life has to offer?