Year: 2019

Vans opens new boutique concept store in Covent Garden

Vans has kicked off what is described as its “UK retail transformation” with the official opening of its brand new…

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UK grocers criticised over ‘harsh’ working conditions for tea and fruit farmers

Oxfam has alleged that “poor pay” and “harsh working conditions” are commonplace on farms and plantations in Brazil and India…

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Dunelm sales jump 6.4% in first quarter results

Homeware retailer Dunelm has reported a 6.4% increase in total like-for-like sales for the 13-week period ended 28 September 2019,…

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Retail by numbers: Top priorities as the festive season approaches

The retail industry is experiencing unique setbacks and opportunities in an evolving digital ad landscape. According to eMarketer, the UK…

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N Brown returns to profit amid strong H1 results

Fashion retailer N Brown has returned to profit after reporting an 151.9% increase in statutory operating profit to £14.7m, up…

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Debenhams secures £50m cash injection from creditors

Debenhams has revealed it has secured a £50m loan facility with some of its existing lenders to help it through…

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Links of London enters administration placing 350 jobs at risk

British jewellery brand Links of London has entered administration, placing around 350 jobs at risk. Matt Smith and Dan Smith,…

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Hays Travel to acquire entire Thomas Cook UK retail estate

Independent travel agent chain Hays Travel is to acquire Thomas Cook’s entire UK retail estate, in a move that could…

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Kingfisher appoints new CFO

DIY retailer Kingfisher, which owns B&Q, has appointed Bernard Bot as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Bot will take…

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Enhancing the retail customer experience through data

The dawn of modern consumerism means today’s customers increasingly expect products and communications tailored to their individual preferences. Driven by…

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