Retail News

Cath Kidston global commerce director joins Boots

Lynn Ritson, global commerce director at fashion and lifestyle brand Cath Kidston has left the company after five years, to…

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Ocado to create 300 jobs at new customer service hub

Online grocery retailer Ocado has signed a 15-year deal to let the top two floors of The Beam, in Sunderland,…

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Primark to push for reduction in rent

Fashion brand Primark is pushing for a reduction in rents at stores, after a number of competitors have secured rental…

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Superdry appoints two new board members

Superdry has appointed two new members to its board, with Georgina Harvey and Faisal Galaria taking on the roles from…

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CMA launches probe of JD Sports’ acquisition of Footasylum

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has begun its inquiry into JD Sports’ acquisition of footwear retailer, Footasylum. Phase 1…

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Wyevale to sell sale six more centres to Blue Diamond

Wyevale Garden Centres (WGC) has announced the sale of six centres to Blue Diamond, following the sale of nine centres…

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B&M revenues surge during first quarter

Discount retailer B&M has posted a revenue growth of 13.8 in Q1. Revenue relating to the period from 31 March…

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Grocery spend falls despite the start of summer weather

Total grocery sales fell by -0.5% in the last four weeks, despite the start of warm summer weather at the…

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McColl’s profits plummet by 91%

Convenience store and newsagents McColl’s has reported a 91% decline in pre-tax profits for the six months to 26 May,…

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Homebase close to buying out Bathstore

DIY retailer Homebase is reportedly closing in on acquiring bathroom retailer Bathstore, according to The Telegraph. The company entered administration…

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