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Jun- 2023 -27 June
Ocado appoints new non-executive director
Ocado Group has appointed Rachel Osborne as an independent non-executive director with effect from September 2023 amid recent takeover speculations.…
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27 June
Hot weather fails to tempt shoppers as footfall drops by 2.3%
The recent hot and sunny weather failed to tempt shoppers last week, as footfall across all UK retail destinations fell…
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27 June
JD Sports on track to hit £1bn in profits this year
JD Sports has revealed that the headline profit before tax and adjusted items for the year ending 3 February 2024…
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27 June
Asos appoints sustainability expert as ESG chair
Asos has announced the appointment of Anna Maria Rugarli as non-executive director and chair of the ESG Committee. Rugarli is…
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26 June
Claire’s appoints new chief merchandising officer
Claire’s has announced the appointment of Claudia Lima-Guinehut as executive vice president and chief merchandising officer. Lima-Guinehut will lead the…
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26 June
Moncler Group considers in house distribution for Stone Island
Owner and operator of Stone Island, The Moncler Group, is considering taking the brand’s UK distribution in house, Drapers has…
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26 June
Gymshark CCO steps down
Gymshark has announced that its chief commercial officer, Niran Chana, has stepped down from the role after eight years. Chana…
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26 June
Primark owner ups FY guidance after strong Q3
Primark owner Associated British Foods has announced that it expects its adjusted operating profit for FY23 to be “moderately ahead…
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26 June
Debenhams to launch new premium brands division
Debenhams has announced plans to launch a new division for premium brands on its website as it looks to become…
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26 June
Frasers Group appoints Mike Ashley as consultant
Frasers Group has appointed founder Mike Ashley as a consultant to the group, as the retailer intends to acquire other…
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