All articles by Megan Robinson – Page 20
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NewsAmazon has recorded its fastest-ever delivery time for Prime members
Amazon achieved its fastest-ever global delivery speeds for Prime members in 2024, with over 9 billion items arriving on the same or next day.
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NewsEstée Lauder has reported a drop in sales as it widens job cuts
Estée Lauder Companies has reported a decline in second quarter sales as it announces more job cuts.
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NewsHMV has promoted two people in newly created roles
HMV has promoted two staff members for newly created roles following the departure of the retailer’s marketing and commercial director.
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NewsAsos’ former credit insurers reinstate cover as it works on turnaround plan
Asos has seen two previous credit insurers reinstate their cover for Asos clothing suppliers as the fashion retailer continues its turnaround plan.
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NewsPoundland’s managing director has stepped down amid reports of a sale
Poundland’s managing director Austin Cooke has left the value retailer amid reports of a potential sale.
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FeatureAutomation: What does retail look like in a post-Budget world?
As retail navigates a world post-Budget, Retail Week looks at who is looking at automation as an aid, and how this will impact both customers and millions in the workforce.
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NewsPhysical retail footfall is growing as experiential shops and office returnees drive visits
Physical retail is proving resilient as more people are visiting retail destinations thanks to the increase in experiential shops and people returning to the office.
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NewsHomebase owes unsecured creditors including retailers over £650m
Homebase owes more than £650m to unsecured creditors following its collapse into administration last November.
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NewsJohn Lewis and Waitrose ‘missed sales targets’ in the run-up to Christmas
John Lewis Partnership is reported to have recorded lower sales and profits than expected in the lead-up to Christmas.
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NewsSavers is planning to open 30 new stores across the UK in 2025
Value health and beauty chain Savers is planning to open 30 new stores in the UK this year, with a particular focus on the southeast of England.
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NewsHalfords has upgraded its profit guidance following strong sales
Halfords has upgraded its profit guidance for the full year as it cites recent trading and “continued strategic progress”.
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NewsAmazon is planning to bring drone deliveries to the UK
Amazon is in the process of making drones a viable delivery solution for its UK customers.
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AnalysisWhat will a potential sale mean for WHSmith’s high street business?
News emerged over the weekend that WHSmith is in talks to potentially sell off its high street division and focus solely on its travel arm.
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InterviewQ&A: KinKind founder reflects on five years of growing a sustainable beauty business
Green beauty market sales are expected to reach £339m in the UK this year according to Statista, and one beauty brand is reaping the rewards of this popularity.
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NewsThe Original Factory Shop is close to being acquired
Value retailer The Original Factory Shop is close to being bought by the owner of In The Style with a deal expected in the coming days.
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GalleryDreame has opened the doors to its new flagship in Birmingham
Smart home tech retailer Dreame has opened its first flagship store in Birmingham, spanning two floors and offering the latest in home devices
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NewsBurberry has seen a decline in sales as it continues transformation plan
Luxury retailer Burberry has reported a decline in sales but believes its strategic transformation plan will deliver profitable growth in the long-term.
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NewsThe Works has reported narrowing losses as it unveils a new strategy
The Works has reported flat sales and narrowing losses as it unveils a new strategy aimed at growing profitability and strengthening performance.
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NewsRiver Island is making job cuts across its head office
River Island has launched a redundancy programme, with roles at its London head office expected to be slashed.
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NewsRevolution Beauty expecting a drop in sales before returning to growth
Revolution Beauty has said it is expecting to see a drop in sales for the full financial year, before returning to growth in the medium term.