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Jul- 2024 -31 July
Aldi to open four new London stores by end of 2024
Aldi has announced it is set to open four new stores in the capital between now and the end of…
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31 July
John Lewis launches retail media platform
John Lewis has announced a new retail media platform to help brands connect with customers shopping online. According to the…
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31 July
Fenwick appoints new CEO
Fenwick has appointed Nigel Blow, the current CEO of department store Morleys, as its new chief executive officer. His appointment comes…
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31 July
Prada’s revenues hit €2.5bn in H1
Prada Group’s revenues increased 17% YoY to €2.5bn (£2.1bn) during the first half of the year ended 30 June. Retail…
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31 July
Wickes HY LFL revenues fall 3.9% to £799.9m
Wickes has revealed that its revenue fell 3.9% like-for-like down to £799.9m for the six months ended 29 June 2024,…
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31 July
Vinted targets $5bn valuation with latest share sale
Online marketplace for second hand goods, Vinted, has reportedly launched a share sale that could value the business at as…
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30 July
Today’s news in brief-30/7/24
Andrew Keith, CEO of Selfridges, has announced his departure to pursue new ventures, marking the end of his tenure characterised…
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30 July
What to expect at Europe’s 100% plant-based trade show
Leading plant-based manufacturers and solutions providers will form a comprehensive exhibition, covering everything from end products to packaging, ingredients and…
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30 July
A.F. Blakemore appoints new CFO
A.F. Blakemore has announced that Ian Kellett will join the company as chief financial officer from 1 August 2024. Kellett…
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30 July
Ocado to extend debt maturity by raising £600m in bonds
Ocado has extended the maturity of its debt by raising £600m in bonds which are due for repayment in 2029,…
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