Comet gift vouchers are suspended
November 5, 2012 9:47 amThe administrators of the failed electrical retailer Comet have suspended the use of gift vouchers as they hunt for a buyer for the 240-strong chain of... View Article
General Merchandise News
Morrisons to launch new clothing range
November 5, 2012 8:07 amMorrisons is to launch its first clothing range as it looks to expand its non-food offering in stores. The new Nutmeg range will go on sale... View Article
Debenhams trials plain English coffee menu
November 5, 2012 8:04 amDebenhams is trialling a “plain English” coffee menu in one of its in-store food outlets after customer feedback revealed that over 70% of coffee drinkers had... View Article
Steamer Trading launches online store
November 5, 2012 7:45 amIndependent cookware chain Steamer Trading has opened its first online store. The new transacational website features the retailer’s range of specialist products for cooks including brands... View Article
John Lewis weekly sales up 4.3%
November 2, 2012 12:50 pmJohn Lewis has reported that its sales rose 4.3% last week as the retailer benefited from the launch of the new Windows 8 operating system. Electricals... View Article
Tesco launches online commuter zone
November 2, 2012 12:50 pmTesco is targeting commuters with the launch of a new section on its website which is designed to make it easier for people to shop for... View Article
Fenwick sees dip in sales and profit
November 2, 2012 10:01 amDepartment store chain Fenwick has reported a dip in sales and profits as it faces “challenging” conditions on the high street. Figures filed at Companies House... View Article
Poundland celebrates 11% rise in Halloween sales
November 2, 2012 10:01 amPoundland has reported its “biggest ever” Halloween results as sales this year rose 11% on 2011. The single price retailer said the increasing popularity of Halloween... View Article
Comet to be placed into administration next week
November 1, 2012 1:29 pmUp to 6,500 jobs could be under threat at the electricals chain According to reports, Deloitte will carry out the adminstration and Comet said it was... View Article
