All Hamleys articles
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      NewsHamleys opens first store in Kuwait
Hamleys has opened its first store in Kuwait, marking its ninth store opening within the Gulf Cooperation Council.
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      GalleryIn pictures: retailers’ spectacular Christmas windows
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for store windows, as retailers seek to create seasonal in-store theatre to stimulate golden quarter spend
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      NewsHamleys chief executive to step down after seven months
Hamleys chief executive David Smith will step down from his role in August, after just seven months with the business.
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      NewsHamleys hires former Debenhams exec as new boss
Hamleys has appointed former Debenhams and The Body Shop executive David Smith as its new chief executive.
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      NewsHamleys sold to Indian franchise partner
Hamleys has been snapped up by Indian titan Reliance Industries in a £70m deal.
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      NewsIndian giant Reliance Retail circles Hamleys
Indian retail titan Reliance Retail is reportedly in late-stage talks with Hamleys to acquire the toy retailer.
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      NewsHamleys boss exits, replaced by ex-HoF finance chief
Hamleys boss Ralph Cunningham has abruptly departed the retailer and has been replaced by former House of Fraser finance chief Yong Shen.
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      GalleryStore Gallery: The best Christmas window displays
Although Christmas has lost its shine for many retailers this year, shop windows have kept their sparkle. Here are some of the high street highlights.
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      NewsHamleys plunges to £12m loss as sales fall
Hamleys has swung to a full-year loss in what chief executive Ralph Cunningham described as “one of the most challenging years in UK retail history”.
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      AnalysisAnalysis: Does the CVA need a restructure of its own?
It was an unprecedented step – and one that consequently sent tremors pulsing through the retail and property industries.
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      GalleryTop of the Shops: The top 25 UK stores by design
Over the past 12 months a lot has happened in retail, and the changes are characterised by Retail Week’s ranking of the top 25 UK stores by design.
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      NewsSainsbury's numbers look tasty, but is Nisa a no go?
Argos was the jewel in Sainsbury’s crown during the Christmas period, raising questions as to the health of its core food division.
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      NewsHamleys chief operating officer to take over as CEO
Hamleys chief operating officer Ralph Cunningham will take the helm of the business as current boss Gudjon Reynisson steps down for a vice chairman role.
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      NewsHamleys’ chief financial officer Dunn to step down
Hamleys’ veteran finance chief Alasdair Dunn is to leave the toy retailer after 10 years in charge.
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      AnalysisBrexit: Survival lessons from the last recession
The reduced consumer spending that is expected in the run-up to Brexit is spurring many retailers to expand overseas. What can we learn from retailers’ expansion during the credit crunch?
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      GalleryTop of the Shops: The top 30 UK stores by design
The top 30 stores in the UK that highlight retail design at its very best, making them a top destination for consumers.
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      NewsHamleys profits fall following £1m cost of Chinese takeover
Hamleys pre-tax profit reported a fall in pre-tax profits after the cost of its Chinese takeover dented earnings.
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      VideoWatch: Hamleys reveals the top toy trends this Christmas
Hamleys showcased the trends that consumers will be tapping into this Christmas, as tech integration becomes top priority.
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      GalleryIn pictures: Hamleys unveils its top 10 Christmas toys
Hamleys has revealed the toys it is banking on for festive success this Christmas, ranging from board games to virtual reality headsets.
 

















