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The latest news, updates and analysis on the the UK retail industry. Covering every segment of the market, Retail Sector’s business journalists keep you in the picture.
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Jan- 2020 -2 January
Boxing Day footfall falls to lowest level since 2010
Retail footfall decreased by 10.6% on Boxing Day in 2019, and marks the largest decrease in footfall since 2010. The…
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2 January
Brighthouse reports £16m loss
Brighthouse has reported a £16m loss in its financial quarter to 28 September 2019. The rent-to-own retailer made a loss…
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2 January
Co-Operative Food expands through online delivery service
The Co-Operative Group has revealed plans for a “major” online expansion. The company announced its plans to offer same-day delivery…
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Dec- 2019 -20 December
The White Company profits jump 26% in FY results
The White Company has reported a 26% increase in profits to £14.4m for in its full year results to 3…
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20 December
Westfield named best shopping centre in the UK
Westfield London and Westfield Stratford has been named the best shopping centres in the UK, for the second year running. …
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20 December
Fiona Firth appointed managing director of Net-a-Porter menswear
Fiona Firth has been appointed as managing director of Mr Porter, the menswear arm of online fashion retailer Net-a-Porter. Firth…
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20 December
Consumer confidence increases in December
Consumer confidence has risen three points this month, according to the latest figures from GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index. Consumer confidence…
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19 December
Debenhams landlord challenges High Court CVA decision
A Debenhams landlord has decided to appeal against a recent High Court ruling which paved the way for the embattled…
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19 December
Black Friday delays Christmas footfall surge
Black Friday has delayed the expected Christmas footfall surge according to Ipsos Retail Performance, leading to the forecasted footfall for…
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19 December
Bonmarché CEO Helen Connolly quits
Bonmarché CEO Helen Connolly has stepped down from her role, after three years in the position, according to Drapers. Connolly…
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