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[Comment] How Poundland employees are building skills to thrive in retail

The retail industry is going through a big shift, driven by changing consumer habits and new technologies. Shoppers are more price-conscious than ever and increasingly focused... View Article
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Holland & Barrett Unveils Cardiff experience store

Holland & Barrett Unveils Cardiff experience store

21 March 2025 by Natalie Fresen

Holland & Barrett has launched a bold new chapter in wellness retail with the opening of its first Experience Store in Cardiff. Located on Queen Street,... View Article

Conversation with… Will Plowden, Founder of The Roost

Conversation with… Will Plowden, Founder of The Roost

21 March 2025 by Natalie Fresen

Starting a business at a young age is a daunting challenge, but for Will Plowden, founder of The Roost, it was the perfect opportunity to bring... View Article

Consumer confidence edges up but remains fragile

Consumer confidence edges up but remains fragile

21 March 2025 by Angela Beevers

Consumer confidence has improved slightly in March as people feel more optimistic about the economy but less so about their personal finances. According to GfK’s Consumer... View Article

In The Style rescued from administration

In The Style rescued from administration

21 March 2025 by Angela Beevers

In The Style has been rescued from administration through an acquisition by Alps Sourcing. Saving 87 jobs, the pre-pack sale of the online fashion retailer was... View Article

Meadowhall announces 42,000 square feet of upsizes by trio of brands

Meadowhall announces 42,000 square feet of upsizes by trio of brands

21 March 2025 by Angela Beevers

Meadowhall has announced a trio of deals where JD Sports, Superdrug and Ann Summers will grow their combined space at the centre to 42,278 square feet.... View Article

Dobbies launches new long-term creative direction

Dobbies launches new long-term creative direction

21 March 2025 by Angela Beevers

The Dobbies garden centre retailer has unveiled a new strategic and creative platform called This Is Garden Living as it looks to drive year-round footfall. Developed... View Article

The Cotswold Company opens 13th showroom after record sales

The Cotswold Company opens 13th showroom after record sales

20 March 2025 by Natalie Fresen

The Cotswold Company, the digitally-led premium handcrafted furniture and homeware brand, is set to launch its 13th UK showroom in Knutsford this summer, creating at least... View Article

Footasylum hails record year

Footasylum hails record year

20 March 2025 by Angela Beevers

Footasylum has reported a record year of growth following strong performances in its retail and wholesale channels. In the year to 25 January, total revenue climbed... View Article

Comment: Boohoo losing its youth

Comment: Boohoo losing its youth

20 March 2025 by Glynn Davis

You cannot read everything from a share price of course but it is among the solid indicators of a company’s health and future prospects. Boohoo has... View Article

Wickes hit by reduced demand for big ticket home improvements

20 March 2025 By Angela Beevers

Wickes has posted a decline in annual revenue and profit following reduced demand from customers for big ticket home improvement products. In the 52 weeks to... View Article

JYSK to open tech hub in Portugal

20 March 2025 By Angela Beevers

JYSK, the Danish home and furniture retailer, is to open a new tech hub in Portugal as it looks to develop more IT solutions to enhance... View Article

Space NK to open largest store outside of London

20 March 2025 By Angela Beevers

Space NK has committed to opening its largest store outside of London at Birmingham’s Bullring. The beauty and cosmetics retailer has signed for a 5,500 square... View Article

Panerai appoints new chief executive

20 March 2025 By Angela Beevers

Panerai has appointed Emmanuel Perrin as its new chief executive. Currently serving as head of specialist watchmakers distribution at the luxury brand, he will take up... View Article

Holland & Barrett Partners with WeDonate

19 March 2025 By Natalie Fresen

Holland & Barrett pledges to help the nation get blood donation ready as stocks reach critically low levels. Holland & Barrett, the UK’s leading health and... View Article

Yodel expands wellbeing partnership with Retail Trust

19 March 2025 By Natalie Fresen

Independent parcel carrier Yodel has reinforced its partnership with the Retail Trust, the industry charity dedicated to safeguarding the health and happiness of retail workers through... View Article

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