All General merchandise articles – Page 8
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GalleryWilko returns with first store openings in Plymouth and Exeter
Wilko has opened its first new concept stores in Devon’s Plymouth and Exeter as it returns to the UK high street.
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NewsJollyes hails ‘strongest-ever first half’ as it eyes 100th store opening
Pet care specialist Jollyes has hailed a “record-breaking” first half as it eyes the expected opening of its 100th store ahead of schedule early next year.
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InterviewThe Works boss Gavin Peck on revamping stores to win new customers
Variety retailer The Works is on a transformational journey under chief executive Gavin Peck, revamping its store estate from jumbled, “Aladdin’s caves” into spaces focused on offering something for every member of the family.
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GalleryWHSmith unveils its biggest UK store yet at Birmingham airport
WHSmith has opened its flagship store in Birmingham airport, the largest UK store in the company’s portfolio.
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AnalysisTikTok Shop: three retailers nailing social commerce
Over 1.5 million UK businesses are now on the TikTok app, and the brand reports that the number of merchants joining its ecommerce platform is growing “rapidly”. We spoke to three social-savvy businesses that have made a success of it.
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NewsPets at Home hails ‘resilient’ trading as it maintains full-year guidance
Pets at Home has hailed its “resilient performance” and noted “encouraging signs” in the lead-up to Christmas.
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AnalysisWill toys be top of the list this Christmas?
Toys and games were once the kings of Christmas. Before children had their eyes on the latest iPhone or tablet, on Christmas Eve their heads hit the pillow dreaming of Mr Frosty, Stretch Armstrong or Bop It!
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NewsPoundland to open more former Wilko stores before Christmas
Poundland has confirmed it will open seven more former Wilko stores before Christmas, taking the total number of Wilko-to-Poundland stores to 63.
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NewsPoundland yet to reach deal with 15 Wilko store landlords
Poundland has not yet reached an agreement with the landlords of more than 15 former Wilko sites, which it had intended to reopen under its own brand.
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NewsWHSmith boss optimistic for festive season as ‘Christmas always comes’
WHSmith chief executive Carl Cowling has said its high street stores are “set up” for an increase in footfall over Christmas.
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NewsWHSmith sales and profits soar
WHSmith has reported soaring sales and profits off the back of strengthening footfall in its travel division.
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AnalysisGolden quarter: How retailers are preparing for another cash-strapped Christmas
With the macroeconomic environment looking gloomier than ever, we spoke to some of the UK’s biggest retailers to get their take on whether this year’s festive season will be feast or famine.
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VideoWatch: The Works launches first-ever Christmas TV ad
The Works has launched its first Christmas brand campaign including its first Christmas TV ad.
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NewsWilko confirms opening dates and locations for first three concept stores
Wilko has revealed the opening dates and locations for its first three concept stores, due to open before Christmas.
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AnalysisThe Range: The value variety chain bringing back Wilko
With news emerging that five Wilko stores will be brought back to high streets and retail parks by new owner The Range, Retail Week explores what the value variety retailer has been doing to cement its place as a staple in UK retail
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VideoWatch: Argos debuts Christmas advert with toys at forefront
Argos has released its 2023 Christmas ad featuring returning toy characters Connie and Trevor.
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NewsMiniso sets date for Oxford Street flagship store
Chinese lifestyle retailer Miniso opens its flagship UK store on London’s Oxford Street on November 10.
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NewsWHSmith launches book buy-back service
WHSmith has launched a new book buy-back service where customers can swap their used books for WHSmith e-gift cards.
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NewsWilko returns to the high street as The Range owner plans ‘aggressive’ store rollout
Wilko shops on high streets and retail parks are to be opened by the brand’s new owner with the first five branches trading in time for Christmas, Retail Week can reveal.
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News‘Challenging’ market conditions hit Very Group results
The Very Group has posted its full-year results, showing relatively flat revenue and a mixed sales performance.