General Merchandise News
Read our latest news on the general merchandise retail industry. Includes articles and commentary covering retailers in the UK such as Pets at Home, Amazon and more.
Quarterly retail sales increase by 10% at Network Rail stations
Comment: When pubs meet retail
Many readers will know about my dual interests of retail and hospitality and it has therefore been very pleasing to find the increased blurring of the... View Article
John Lewis granted Royal Warrant by King Charles
The John Lewis department store has been granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment as supplier of household goods and furnishings to His Majesty King Charles III.... View Article
Debenhams promotes Patrick Duggan to creative director role
Boohoo owned Debenhams has promoted Patrick Duggan to the role of creative director. He was previously senior head of creative at Debenhams and earlier in his... View Article
Puig and Charlotte Tilbury extend strategic partnership
Puig has announced an extension of its strategic partnership with the Charlotte Tilbury cosmetics brand. The Spanish fashion and beauty group acquired a majority stake in... View Article
Wickes launches Matchmaker Tool to help customers choosing kitchens and bathrooms
Wickes has launched a new online tool which aims to be a gamechanger in helping customers choose elements of new kitchens and bathrooms. The Matchmaker Tool... View Article
Kingfisher offloads Romanian business
Kingfisher has announced the sale of its Brico Dépôt Romania business to Altex Romania for an enterprise value of €70 million. The sale includes the company’s... View Article
Garden Trading ends 30th year on a high
Garden Trading is ending its 30th year on a high with sales up 25% compared to 2023. The home and garden retailer’s sales climbed by 77%... View Article
Jollyes introduces enhanced people support and hiring measures
Jollyes has introduced a range of new and improved people support measures for its team members. From next month, the pet retailer’s employees will be entitled... View Article
Miniso opens first UK airport store
Miniso is to hold a grand opening for its first-ever UK airport store this week. The retailer will be celebrating the launch of its Miniso-Go store... View Article
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