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Moss Bros’ revenue drops as hot weather and World Cup ‘distraction’ affects sales

Menswear retailer Moss Bros has reported a drop in revenue and sales in its half year financial results, covering the…

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Cath Kidston clarifies store review reports

Cath Kidston has clarified reports that it is to undergo a formal portfolio review and instead said that it is…

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Orla Kiely ceases trading as parent company enters administration

Eponymous handbag and homeware retailer Orla Kiely has ceased trading as of Monday 17 September 2018. Its parent company Kiely…

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How retailers can harness Halloween to drive engagement

Each year Halloween generates a huge amount of hype among consumers, making it a pivotal holiday for retailers. Indeed, Halloween…

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Waitrose & Partners trials two-hour ‘rapid delivery’ service

Waitrose and Partners has launched the trial of a two-hour delivery service in selected London postcodes today (19 September). The…

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John Lewis Oxford Street flagship sees business rates rise 57% in a year

John Lewis’ flagship on Oxford Street, London is expected to see its business rates tax rise from £12.68m to £19.91m…

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London department stores smash own windows

London department stores including Harrods, Harvey Nichols and Fortnum & Mason have smashed their own windows to commemorate the centenary…

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Sports Direct struggling to find auditor as EY, KPMG and PwC refuse role

EY, KPMG and PwC have all declined to take on an audit of Sports direct as the company attempts to…

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New retail park specialising in ‘bulky goods’ to create 260 jobs

A new retail park in East Kilbride, Scotland specialising in “bulky goods” such as furniture, carpets, DIY, kitchens, bathrooms, furniture,…

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Sports Direct rules out Debenhams takeover

Sports Direct has quashed speculation that it could increase its 30% stake in embattled department store Debenhams with a buyout…

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