Year: 2019

Burberry to scrap new Leeds factory

Fashion label, Burberry has announced it is to scrap its plans for a major factory in Leeds as it looks…

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Walmart mulls Asda sale following failed merger

Asda’s parent company Walmart is considering selling the ‘Big Four’ Grocer after its failed merger with Sainsbury’s was announced last…

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New Look reduces debts by £1bn

Fashion retailer New Look has announced it has reduced existing long term debt by £1bn to £350m, as part of…

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Debenhams to ask for 50% cut in business rates bills

Embattled department store Debenhams has reportedly planning to ask 30 local authorities to accept a 50% reduction in its business…

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The North Face announces new VP sales in EMEA

Jeremie Blondel has joined The North Face as VP sales for the EMEA region, based out of its European HQ…

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Why progressive web apps are the future of mobile commerce

It’s no secret that, while bricks-and-mortar retail is on the decline, e-commerce has been steadily growing in popularity. In fact,…

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Ikea appoints new country retail manager for UK and Ireland

Furniture retailer Ikea has appointed Peter Jelkeby as its new country retail manager with responsibility for the UK and Ireland.…

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Poundland to sell Pep&Co brand in 500 stores

Discount retailer, Poundland has announced it is to sell its Pep&Co clothing range in 500 more stores, after announcing its…

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Sports Direct facing probe from financial regulators

Sports Direct is facing scrutiny from two financial regulators over its accounts and information relating to a possible bid for…

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Anya Hindmarch to return as MD of handbag firm

Anya Hindmarch has announced she is to return as managing director of the handbag company which bears her name. The…

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