All Retail Week UAT articles in May 2025 – Page 9
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NewsFormer Laura Ashley CEO joins Dunelm as non-exec
Former chief executive of Laura Ashley, Katharine Poulter, has joined Dunelm as a non-executive director.
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NewsJohn Lewis to end lifetime staff perks as early retirement surges
John Lewis plans to eliminate lifetime perks for long-serving staff who leave the partnership, as Britain experiences a surge in early retirement.
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NewsM&S meal deal offers impacted amid ongoing cyber attack
Marks & Spencer has had meal deal offers impacted by availability issues as the company continues to struggle with the effects of a serious cyber attack.
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NewsCo-op cyber attack more extensive than initially reported
The cyber attack against Co-op is significantly more severe than the company first acknowledged.
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NewsWHSmith buyer restricted from immediate store closures
The new owner of WHSmith’s high street stores cannot initiate widespread closures for at least 12 months, despite planning rapid restructuring at its other retail properties.
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Opinion‘Hoping for a retail leadership role? Here are some things you should know’
To understand the DNA of a successful chief executive it pays to listen to a wide range of voices, and getting to the top today takes more than personal ambition. Headhunter Spencer Stuart’s Sally Elliott shares some observations for those keen to make the grade
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Innovation of the WeekKorean retailer Matin Kim deploys in-store holograms
Innovation of the Week is a series highlighting retail initiatives that have caught the eye of our team.
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Chart of the WeekData: How often do retailers report cyber attacks?
Luxury department store Harrods joined the list on Thursday of retail companies dealing with ongoing cyber attacks, prompting fears that the wider retail sector was becoming a target
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NewsWhite Stuff boss exits after seven years at the helm
The chief executive at fashion retailer White Stuff has announced her departure.
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InterviewQ&A: Glow Hub founder talks Superdrug launch and educating ‘Sephora kids’
UK-based skincare brand for the younger consumers Glow Hub has achieved plenty in five years since it was founded by Tiffany Salmon, and it is now embarking on a rollout in 400 Superdrug stores nationwide.
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NewsConsumer confidence in Marks & Spencer dented by cyber attack
The cyber attack on Marks & Spencer has knocked confidence in the famous retailer, but underlying trust remains strong.
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NewsGen Z skincare brand Glow Hub launches in hundreds of Superdrug stores
Skincare brand Glow Hub is launching in hundreds of Superdrug stores across the UK to offer “accessible, age-appropriate” products for Gen Z, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsAmazon secures first quarter growth despite tariff uncertainty
Amazon posted strong first-quarter growth for 2025, exceeding Wall Street expectations for now three quarters in a row.
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NewsApple exceeds forecasts as consumers stock up amid tariff chaos
Apple saw iPhone sales climb as wary consumers rushed to secure new iPhones before Trump’s tariffs impact prices.
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NewsHarrods latest retail victim of a cyber attack
Luxury retailer Harrods has “restricted internet access” after becoming the latest retailer to suffer from a cyber attack.
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NewsSpace NK owner starts formal sale process
The owner of beauty chain Space NK has begun a formal sale process expected to be worth £300- £400m.
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NewsMarketplace OnBuy cites Trump’s tariffs for leap in UK sales
Online marketplace OnBuy has reported record sales figures and cites President Trump’s tariffs as one of the reasons for sales growth.
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NewsShein explores US restructuring as Trump tariffs threaten London float
Fast-fashion giant Shein is reportedly exploring restructuring its US business, as the ongoing trade war between the US and China threatens its long-rumoured London float.
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NewsFrasers Group gears up for members-only Matches Fashion return
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group is understood to be gearing up to relaunch collapsed luxury retailer Matches Fashion as an “exclusive members’ club”.
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NewsCo-op staff ordered to keep cameras on in meetings to deter hackers
Staff at the Co-op are being ordered to keep cameras on during remote work meetings, and to verify attendees, as the c-store specialist deals with an ongoing cyber attack.