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Dunelm posts strong half year growth as it benefits from its ‘broad appeal’
The Works makes new board appointments
The Works has made two additions to its board following Kelso Group’s investment in the business last year. John Goold and Mark Kirkland, who are chief... View Article
Waitrose invests £30 million in cutting prices
Waitrose is investing £30 million in cutting prices and said a further round will be made in the spring. The price reductions span 200 of the... View Article
Hammerson’s Bullring & Grand Central makes strong start to 2024
Hammerson has announced that Birmingham’s Bullring & Grand Central has made a strong start to 2024 with footfall at Bullring rising by 6% year-on year last... View Article
Drybar to expand in Middle East
Drybar is continuing its international expansion through a new master franchise deal with Lekhraib Rose. The move will enable the hair brand to open 26 Drybar... View Article
PiRA Judge Interview: Gill Smith, The Perfume Shop
Meet Gill Smith, the newest judge on the People in Retail Awards 2024 panel. With over 20 years in the FMCG sector, Gill’s journey from chartered... View Article
The Body Shop calls in administrators as financial struggles mount: What went wrong?
The iconic high street beauty chain, The Body Shop, has announced the appointment of administrators, a move that puts jobs and stores at risk. With a... View Article
Yodel rescued in deal led by Shift
Yodel, the struggling parcel delivery company, has been rescued in a deal led by rival operator, Shift. The business has been acquired by YDLGP, a newly... View Article
What Is Omnichannel Retailing and How To Implement It?
In the world of retail, staying at the forefront demands a keen adaptation to evolving consumer behaviour. As retailers aspire to meet and exceed customer expectations,... View Article
Ingenuity appoints first chairman to support growth plans
Ingenuity, the complete commerce business of THG, has appointed its first chairman as it looks to accelerate growth in its core markets. In his new role,... View Article
Deckers Brands names new president of Hoka
Deckers Brands has appointed Robin Green as its new president of Hoka. Green previously worked as global vice president of men’s running and fitness at Nike where... View Article
Aldi to invest £550 million in store and distribution network
Aldi is to invest more than £550 million in expanding and improving its store and distribution network in the UK this year. Work will include opening... View Article
Lucy & Yak to open second Brighton location
Lucy & Yak, the socially and environmentally conscious lifestyle brand, is to open a second Brighton store as part of its UK expansion plans. The new... View Article
Matalan announces board change
Matalan has announced that Stephen Hill, its chief financial officer, has decided to step down after 23 years with the business to “pursue his next challenge”.... View Article
A day in the life of… Karla Woolley, Head of Buying at The Perfume Shop
Welcome to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the vibrant world of retail strategy and product curation with Karla Woolley, the Head of Buying at The Perfume Shop... View Article
Lidl announces new UK bottling site
Lidl has announced the launch of a new bottling plant in Derby which has begun supplying to its stores across the UK. Capable of producing up... View Article
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