All Retail Week UAT articles in September 2025 – Page 7
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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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NewsFenwick launches first loyalty programme in its 140-year history
Department store group Fenwick has launched a new loyalty programme, offering customers rewards such as money-off points and exclusive benefits.
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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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NewsGymshark promotes from within to appoint new CFO
Gymshark has appointed acting finance boss Rich Sanders to the permanent position of chief financial officer.
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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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NewsClarks to launch online marketplace
Footwear specialist Clarks is set to launch its own digital marketplace next year as it looks to diversify its offering beyond footwear, Retail Week can reveal.
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Opinion‘New business secretary’s Body Shop background may be good news for retail’
As the next Budget looms, retailers need all the friends they can get in government, but last week’s reshuffle means they need to build new relationships, observes George MacDonald
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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.
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NewsDecathlon names new UK and Ireland boss as it combines territories
Decathlon has named Elena Pecos as its new UK and Ireland chief executive, as the sports retailer combines the two territories under one leadership team.
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NewsMarks & Spencer switches wholesale partners in ‘strategic shift’
Marks & Spencer has changed its food wholesale partner, responsible for third-party branded products.
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NewsAsos extends workers’ rights across entire supply chain
Asos has signed a new agreement with the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) to extend its human rights commitments from its product supply chain through to its transport and logistics network.
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NewsOutgoing Dunelm boss oversees profit increase at ‘special business’
Dunlem boss Nick Wilkinson, who will hand over the reins to Clodagh Moriarty in October, said he leaves behind a “special business” as the homewares firm published its full-year results.
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NewsGeorge at Asda launches adaptive clothing line for adults
George at Asda will launch a new 28-piece adaptive clothing line for adults next week, created to honour the legacy of breast cancer campaigner Nicky Newman.
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Opinion‘Retail doesn’t need more stores – it needs better ones’
Too many retailers still treat online and offline as competing channels but together they create a richer customer relationship, argues Trinny London managing director Mark Smith
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Chart of the WeekThe food prices hitting UK shoppers’ wallets hardest
Nine in 10 UK adults have noticed prices becoming more expensive this year, according to figures released as part of Barclays’ latest consumer spend report
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AnalysisHow Screwfix, Very, Orlebar Brown and more are unlocking quick-win CX strategies
Retail Week’s The Retail Roadmap report reveals how retailers are executing a customer-first, scalable transformation. Here we give you a sneak preview of Screwfix’s winning digital and CX strategy.
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NewsPret sees global double-digit sales growth
Food-to-go chain Pret a Manger has reported a double-digit sales growth across its global company-owned and franchise shops.