Katherine Rushton
NewsOwn brands boost Debenhams profits
Debenhams grew operating profit 7.1% to £196.1m during the year to August 28, helped by a strong performance from its own brand Designers at Debenhams range - and has announced four new designer collaborations.
NewsMatalan chief executive Alistair McGeorge to stand down
Matalan chief executive Alistair McGeorge is to stand down and other boardroom changes are expected at the value retail giant.
NewsJacques Vert sales rise 3.6%
Jacques Vert’s like-for-like sales rose 3.6% for the first 22 weeks of its financial year.
NewsEvans online launch targets plus-size teens
Arcadia-owned Evans is to launch a young fashion brand online under a new name in the latest attempt by a big retailer to capitalise on the growing waistlines of the UK’s teens.
NewsFly53 reveals plan to open string of stores
Young fashion label Fly53 is to open its first shop as part of a three-year, 26-store roll out programme as the brand expands rapidly into retail.