LATEST RETAIL NEWS UK

Poundland reports 6.4% like-for-like sales growth as turnaround continues

Poundland’s recovery has “gathered momentum” in its fourth quarter, with a return to like-for-like sales growth following a restructuring programme that included the removal of some…

Tesco brings virtual try-on to F&F clothing in in-store trial

Tesco is trialling new virtual try-on technology at its Sandhurst Extra store as it looks to give customers the chance to see how around F&F womenswear…

DFS delivers robust profit growth despite subdued market

DFS has said it delivered robust financial progress in the year to 28 June with increased profit despite a subdued market. In the 52 weeks to…

ASOS turnaround gathers pace as GMV returns to growth

ASOS has reported significant progress in its turnaround ahead of the publication of its results for the year to 30 August 2026, with gross merchandise value…

Tesco launches nationwide on Deliveroo after successful trial

Tesco has launched nationwide on Deliveroo following a successful trial. The supermarket said the move will give millions more customers a further way to order itsfresh…

Boots to launch on TikTok Shop with No7 Beauty range

Boots is to debut on TikTok Shop as it looks to give customers more ways to shop its beauty ranges online. Launching on 28 September as…

Boden partners with Stripe & Stare on limited-edition lingerie collection

Boden has partnered with underwear and sleepwear brand Stripe & Stare on a limited-edition capsule collection. Launching on both brands’ websites on 11 October, the collaboration…

Majestic launches first digital loyalty app with free wine rewards

Majestic has unveiled its first digital loyalty scheme as part of its new smartphone app. Customers who download the app and sign in or create a…

Asda launches own-label beer and cider range to take on big brands

Asda has launched a range of own-label beers and ciders, produced by well-known craft producers, into all its stores that are very competitively priced and pitched…

Currys promotes Caroline Hirst to chief people officer

Currys has promoted Caroline Hirst to the position of chief people officer. Hirst joined Currys in August 2025 as people director and became group talent, leadership…

ProCook appoints Ben Osborn as retail director

The ProCook kitchenware brand has appointed Dunelm executive Ben Osborn as retail director. Due to join the business on 5 October, he will lead ProCook’s retail…

The Perfume Shop to hire 800 temporary staff for Christmas period

The Perfume Shop has begun hiring for 800 temporary sales assistants to work across its busy Christmas sales period. Vacancies have opened in selected locations, with…

Co-op Group loss widens to £45m after investment in food business

Co-op Group has posted a widened underlying operating loss in its first half after investing in new stores and discounts. Its food business increased its revenue…

The Works launches exclusive Pudsey Collection to support BBC Children in Need

The Works has launched an exclusive BBC Children in Need product range, where a minimum of 20% of every purchase will be donated directly to the…

Superdrug opens biggest store yet with Merry Hill relaunch

Superdrug has relaunched its refurbished and expanded store at Merry Hill shopping destination in the West Midlands following a major transformation. Spanning 12,831 square feet, the…

Q&A: Jon Cleaver, Chief Technology Officer at SportsShoes.com

Content based on the recording of Commerce Live EMEA, London, April 16th 2026 Technology is changing retail at a rapid pace, but successful transformation isn’t about…

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Retail, leisure and hospitality: What really happens in a cyber attack

A cyber incident can disrupt bookings, payments, stock, suppliers and site systems at once. We look at how you can better map dependencies and test workarounds…

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