The Works hails “resilient” performance
January 20, 2023 8:47 amThe Works has seen a strengthening in trade since the end of its first half with like-for-like sales increasing by 5.7% in the 11 weeks ended... View Article
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Consumer confidence declines in January
January 20, 2023 8:47 amConsumer confidence has dropped in January as it continues to bump along at near-record lows. According to GfK, its long-running Consumer Confidence Index has fallen by... View Article
Argos to close all stores in Ireland
January 20, 2023 8:46 amArgos is to close all of its stores in the Republic Ireland this summer. The move follows a strategic review of the retailer’s business and operations... View Article
Gear4music posts 5% uplift in Christmas sales
January 19, 2023 8:31 amGear4music grew its revenue by 5% to £49.5 million in the lead-up to Christmas despite UK trading being impacted by weakened consumer confidence. In the three... View Article
People matter: Looking to better engage with your employees in 2023?
January 18, 2023 8:45 am[Exclusive Part 2] If you’re going to create and maintain employee engagement, you need to show that you value your employees. Last week we shared our... View Article
WH Smith benefits from strong travel sales
January 18, 2023 8:32 amWH Smith has reached its “strongest ever position as a global travel retailer” after total sales at sites in UK airports, railway stations and hospitals rose... View Article
CMA launches inquiry into Asda’s takeover of Co-op petrol stations
January 18, 2023 7:17 amAsda‘s £600 million takeover of Co-op petrol stations is to be the subject of a merger inquiry by the Competition and Markets Authority. Formally completed last... View Article
Paperchase lines up administrators amid search for rescue buyer
January 17, 2023 3:27 pmStationery outfit Paperchase has put administrators on standby as it scrambles to find new financial backers. The beleaguered High street stationer has told corporate restructuring business... View Article
Jollyes celebrates bumper Christmas sales
January 17, 2023 9:08 amPet retailer Jollyes has reported record Christmas sales after trade was boosted by new store openings, buoyant online sales and higher demand at existing stores. Sales... View Article
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