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Features
Breaking barriers: How independent retailers can overcome financial hurdles
Starting a shop is more than just a commercial endeavour. It’s a chance for creative individuals to realise their vision…
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Clothing & Shoes
Fred Perry PBT jumps 11.5% to £18.5m
Fred Perry has revealed its profit-before-tax jumped 11.5% to £18.4m in the year ended 31 December 2023. In its most…
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Clothing & Shoes
TK Maxx owner ups FY profit guidance
TK Maxx owner, TJX Companies, has revealed it has upped its FY profit guidance after its comparable store sales increased…
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Features
Why retail should embrace AI for truly personalised CX
Hiring interior designers, fashion stylists, or bespoke travel agents to level up our lifestyle is a luxury that’s out of…
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Economy
Retail sales rebound in July as Euros give needed boost
Retail sales increased 0.5% in July after falling 0.9% in June, as retailers saw a welcome boost from Euro 2024…
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Economy
Inflation rises to 2.2% due to energy prices
Inflation increased for the first time this year in July, as energy prices fell less than they did a year…
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Supermarkets
Sainsbury’s sees biggest market share gain since 1997
Take-home sales at the grocers rose by 3.8% in the four weeks to 4 August 2024 compared with a year…
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Health & Beauty
Salt & Stone secures ‘significant’ investment from Humble Growth
Salt and Stone, the US-based body care brand, has announced it has secured a “significant investment” from investment firm Humble…
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High Street
Riots deter shoppers as footfall falls 4.8%
UK high streets appear to be feeling the full force of ongoing disorder over the past week with footfall declining…
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Sport & Leisure
Puma Q2 performance meets expectations
Puma has revealed its Q2 performance met expectations as sales increased 2.1% to €2.11bn (£1.8bn) thanks to improved demand in…
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