Oliver Bonas continues expansion with 20 more stores planned for 2026

Oliver Bonas is set to open or relocate five stores before the end of 2025 and plans a further 20 new sites in 2026 as the business accelerates its expansion across the UK and Ireland. The upcoming openings include Lincoln on 5 December, followed by Silverburn and Altrincham on 13…

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NewRiver REIT reports 31% rise in UFFO

UK-based real-estate investment trust NewRiver REIT has reported a 31% increase in underlying funds from operations (UFFO) to £15.1m in HY 26, up from £11.5m in HY 25. The group stated that its UFFO growth was supported by the integration of Capital and Regional. For the six months to 30…

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Early Black Friday discounting slows shop price inflation to 0.6%

Shop price inflation fell to 0.6% in November, down from 1.0% in October, as retailers launched Black Friday discounting earlier than usual. Non-food prices declined by 0.6% year on year, compared with a fall of 0.4% in October. Food inflation eased to 3.0%, from 3.7% a month earlier. Fresh food…

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Topps Tiles posts record FY sales as it returns to profitability

Topps Tiles has returned to profit in its full-year results, as statutory profits hit £8.3m, up from a £16.2m loss in 2024, with adjusted pre-tax profits soaring 46% to £9.2m.It comes as the group welcomed a “record” year of sales, as adjusted revenues rose by 6.8% to £295.8m, with each…

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Puma opens largest European flagship on Oxford Street

Puma has opened its biggest European flagship store on Oxford Street in London, marking the sportswear firm’s first flagship site in the region.  The 24,000-square-foot space, located near Selfridges and Bond Street Tube Station, brings the company’s performance ranges and lifestyle products together in one of the capital’s busiest retail…

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M&S appoints New Look exec to innovation director role

Marks and Spencer (M&S) has announced the appointment of Elaine Cartwright as its new stores director of innovation and implementation. Cartwright has joined M&S from New Look where she spent over 12 years in various roles, most recently serving as its retail director UK and ROI. Prior to her time…

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Driving innovation: the role of data in modern logistics

In the era of digital transformation and connected supply chains, data is at the heart of every innovation in modern logistics. From tracking deliveries in real time to ensuring regulatory compliance, digital data solutions are revolutionising how goods move across the world. For instance, the adoption of a digital tachograph…

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Kingfisher hires Hélène Trad as retail media director

International home improvement company Kingfisher has appointed senior retail media specialist Hélène Trad as retail media director, effective from 1 December 2025. Trad, who will be based at the group’s London headquarters, joins with more than 20 years’ experience in digital advertising and customer data strategy.  Her background includes senior…

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Argos posts £223m pre-tax loss as revenue drops to £4.1bn

Argos has posted a pre-tax loss of £223m for the year ending 1 March 2025, as it faced lower margins and tough trading conditions. Revenue also declined to £4.1bn, from £4.22bn the previous year, as the business, owned by J Sainsbury, said trading remained challenging across core general merchandise categories,…

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Modella eyes Wynsons takeover

Modella Capital is reportedly in advanced talks for a deal to acquire Wynsors World of Shoes, according to Sky News. A deal could be reached before the end of the year for the retailer which trades from approximately 50 standalone shops across the north of the country. The chain also…

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