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ProCook reports strong peak trading performance

Kitchenware brand ProCook has reported strong festive trading with revenue up 11.2% to £25.6 million and like-for-like sales up 3.4% in its third quarter. In the... View Article
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Topps Tiles returns to sales growth as CEO announces retirement

Topps Tiles returns to sales growth as CEO announces retirement

08 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

Topps Tiles has reported improved trading in the run-up to Christmas as it announced that its chief executive is to retire. In the 13 weeks to... View Article

The Cotswold Company hails successful Christmas

The Cotswold Company hails successful Christmas

08 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

The Cotswold Company has posted a 22% increase in sales in its busy Christmas trading period. In the nine weeks  to 29 December 2024, ecommerce sales... View Article

John Lewis Partnership chief customer officer steps down after three years

John Lewis Partnership chief customer officer steps down after three years

08 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

John Lewis Partnership’s chief customer officer has stepped down after nearly three years in the role. Charlotte Lock joined the retailer in March 2022 from Co-op... View Article

Castore strengthens presence in F1 with BWT Alpine Formula One Team partnership

Castore strengthens presence in F1 with BWT Alpine Formula One Team partnership

08 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

The Castore performance sportswear brand has expanded its presence in the motorsport sector through a landmark partnership with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team. The multi-year... View Article

Crypto about to facelift retail, E-commerce in 2025

Crypto about to facelift retail, E-commerce in 2025

08 January 2025 by Patrick Overall

Cryptocurrency is gaining increased adoption. It is likely to be introduced as a government strategic reserve in 2025: an initiative led by incoming President Donal Trump... View Article

ebay UK becomes Love Island: All Stars headline sponsor

ebay UK becomes Love Island: All Stars headline sponsor

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

eBay UK has been announced as the headline sponsor for ITV2 and ITVX’s second-ever Love Island: All Stars series. The news means that the marketplace will... View Article

New Year, renewed focus: How Secret Linen Store champions women in menopause

New Year, renewed focus: How Secret Linen Store champions women in menopause

07 January 2025 by Natalie Fresen

As we kick off the new year, it’s natural to set fresh goals for ourselves and our organisations – especially when it comes to supporting our... View Article

Next raises profit guidance but warns that UK growth will slow

Next raises profit guidance but warns that UK growth will slow

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

Next has raised its annual profit outlook after sales exceeded expectations in the run-up to Christmas. The fashion and home retailer said its full price sales... View Article

Kingfisher appoints Ian McLeod as non-executive director

Kingfisher appoints Ian McLeod as non-executive director

07 January 2025 by Angela Beevers

B&Q parent company Kingfisher has appointed retail veteran Ian McLeod as a non-executive director, with effect from 20 January. McLeod has over 40 years experience in... View Article

B&Q to buy five Homebase stores in the UK

07 January 2025 By Angela Beevers

B&Q is to acquire five leasehold stores in the UK, currently trading as Homebase, for £2.5 million. The sites are situated in Altrincham, Basingstoke, Biggleswade, Leamington... View Article

Ulta Beauty names new chief executive

07 January 2025 By Angela Beevers

Ulta Beauty has appointed Kecia Steelman as its new chief executive. She has succeeded Dave Kimbell who has retired after working for 11 years with the... View Article

Dr. Martens’ global creative director leaves the business

07 January 2025 By Angela Beevers

Dr. Martens’ global creative director Darren Mckoy has stepped down after ten years with the footwear brand. He joined the business in 2015 initially as global... View Article

British Fashion Council announces Laura Weir as New CEO

06 January 2025 By Natalie Fresen

The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the appointment of Laura Weir as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 28th April 2025. Laura will succeed Caroline... View Article

Conversation with… Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr

06 January 2025 By Natalie Fresen

In this interview, Al Bruce, Founder of Olive & Barr, reflects on his journey from a passion for design to creating timeless Shaker kitchens. He shares... View Article

Comment: Spicing up retail with HP

06 January 2025 By Glynn Davis

During my student days the acquisition of a bulky TV and a chunky VHS video recorder were at the very top of the household requirements when... View Article