All articles by Megan Robinson – Page 3
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NewsBoots reveals opening date of first-ever fragrance only store
High street beauty and wellness retailer Boots has decided on an opening date for its first-ever fragrance only store, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCotswolds Designer Outlet sales ‘exceed expectations’ following summer launch
Cotswolds Designer Outlet, which has been open for 10 weeks, has seen sales exceed expectations since its launch, Retail Week can reveal.
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InterviewQ&A: Pyjama king Peter Alexander talks UK ambitions and evolving over four decades
Peter Alexander has been a staple in Australian retail for decades, created by the man himself back in 1987.
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AnalysisNRF Europe: Five companies showcasing tech innovations for retail
Most industries are investing in more technology as the world becomes more advanced, and retail is no exception.
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NewsSuperdrug launches Christmas recruitment drive for sales roles
Health and beauty retailer Superdrug is embarking on a Christmas recruitment drive for sales adviser roles in its UK stores, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsBack Market launches repair platform as it enters new phase of growth
Secondhand technology platform Back Market is entering a new phase of growth with the launch of a new repair platform and scaling its business-to-business offering.
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AnalysisAldi boss is future-focused with plans for expansion, customer growth and Christmas
Supermarket Aldi reported its full-year results for 2024 today, revealing a slight sales uptick from £17.9bn to £18.1bn
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NewsSainsbury’s ends discussions with JD.com over Argos sale
Sainsbury’s has confirmed that discussions over a potential sale of Argos have ended with Chinese giant JD.com.
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NewsAldi sales rise but profits drop as it rolls out record UK expansion plan
Value supermarket Aldi has reported an increase in sales alongside a fall in profits, as it announced a record £1.6bn expansion plan in the UK.
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NewsAO ups profit guidance as it expects to deliver double-digit sales growth
Electricals retailer AO has increased its profit guidance and it said it was on track to deliver a strong profit performance and double-digit sales growth.
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NewsHolland & Barrett leadership reshuffle as new group boss takes reins
Holland & Barrett has started to shape its leadership team under new group chief executive Anthony Houghton, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsTHG beauty to launch AI academy as it prioritises being a ‘digital-first’ retailer
THG beauty is gearing up to launch an AI academy as it focuses on being a “digital first” retailer, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCurrys rolls out electronic shelf edge labelling to all stores
Currys is rolling out electronic shelf edge labelling (ESEL) to all of its UK and Ireland stores in the coming weeks.
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NewsWickes boss plans new stores drive in ‘underrepresented’ areas
Home and DIY firm Wickes is looking to expand its store presence to areas of the UK where the group is currently not present or underserved, Retail Week can reveal.
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AnalysisWhat to expect from TikTok Shop as it prepares for its biggest Black Friday yet
As the retail industry gears up for the golden quarter, TikTok Shop UK has revealed what products it expects to fly off the digital shelves in the all-important peak season.
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NewsChristmas turkeys to be sold on TikTok Shop UK
TikTok Shop UK will soon be selling Christmas turkeys on the platform in time for the festive season.
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NewsInditex sales and profits rise after ‘solid’ spring performance
Fashion powerhouse Inditex has reported growth in sales and profits after what it it described as a “solid performance” throughout spring.
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NewsWickes sales boosted by growth across categories
Home and DIY firm Wickes has reported an increase in sales and profit as volumes across retail and design and installation boosted growth.
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NewsPrimark sees improved UK trading despite ‘consumer caution and inflation’
Primark saw improved UK trading in the second half of the year, despite consumer caution, inflation and a weak clothing market.
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AnalysisPret boss gambles on back to the future plan to take on the supermarkets
After enduring a mixed few years post-Covid, today Pret plunged to a £553m loss after it booked a substantial write-down by its owner. Its boss has outlined plans to build the business back.