Comment: Spicing up retail with HP
January 6, 2025 1:15 pmDuring 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
General Merchandise News
Wickes appoints chief retail and distribution officer
January 6, 2025 12:25 pmWickes Group has appointed Steven Blair to the newly created role of chief retail and distribution officer. Due to take up his position at the home... View Article
London Designer Outlet hails 2024 ‘bumper’ year
January 6, 2025 7:44 amLondon Designer Outlet (LDO) saw its sales increase by 5% to over £103 million in 2024 as it benefited from a 2% rise in footfall to... View Article
Evri delivered ‘record parcel volumes’ in peak Christmas trading period
January 6, 2025 7:44 amEvri has revealed that it delivered “record parcel volumes” over its peak Christmas trading period. This included its biggest week in its 50-year history when it... View Article
From consoles to wearables: The electronics retail boom fueled by gaming and entertainment
January 3, 2025 8:37 amThe ever-growing influence of gaming and entertainment has reshaped the electronics retail sector. In 2025, consumer demand for high-quality electronic devices, driven by the expansion of... View Article
Laura Ashley acquired by Marquee Brands
January 3, 2025 7:28 amLaura Ashley has been acquired by Marquee Brands from Gordon Brothers. Following the purchase, the legacy home, fashion and lifestyle brand will be integrated into Marquee... View Article
B&Q to acquire three Homebase stores in Ireland
December 30, 2024 7:16 amKingfisher has announced that B&Q has reached agreements to acquire three Homebase stores in the Republic of Ireland for around £3.2 million. The company said the... View Article
Conversation with… Samantha Dyer, head of sustainability at B&Q
December 24, 2024 7:06 amHere we chat to Samantha Dyer, head of sustainability at B&Q, as part of our new ‘Conversations’ series. Sam leads initiatives that drive positive change and... View Article
Desert Island Stores: Paul Wilkinson of Deliveroo
December 24, 2024 6:13 amPaul Wilkinson is product director of grocery/retail partners at Deliveroo – where he is playing a major role in the fast-growing grocery and non-food delivery division... View Article
