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High Street
B&M appoints ex-Tesco exec as new CEO
B&M has announced the appointment of Tjeerd Jegen as its new chief executive officer. The value retailer revealed that Jegen…
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News-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-14/5/25
Luxury fashion brand Burberry has announced plans to cut up to 1,700 jobs globally following a challenging financial year. The…
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DIY
Wickes revenues up almost 7% in Q1
Wickes has announced that its group revenues have risen 6.9% to £533.1m during the 17 weeks ended 26 April 2025.…
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Features
A Lidl bit more: Why is Lidl investing in expansion?
On 28 April Lidl announced that it is going to invest £500m in store expansion, aiming to open more than…
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News-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-12/5/25
Boots chairman Stefano Pessina is set to increase his stake in Walgreens Boots Alliance to nearly 50% following the company’s…
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Clothing & Shoes
Debenhams Group exploring £175m debt refinancing deal
Debenhams Group, formerly known as Boohoo, is in discussions to refinance up to £175m worth of debt, according to reports…
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News-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-9/5/25
The UK and US have struck a “first-of-a-kind” trade deal, slashing tariffs for UK carmakers, steel, and farmers while maintaining…
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Features
Why is Rachel Reeves reviewing the Low Value Import Scheme?
The global economy is currently experiencing turbulent times as a result of Donald Trump’s trade war. Currys CEO Alex Baldock,…
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Clothing & Shoes
Primark to expand into Middle East amid Alshaya partnership
Primark has confirmed plans to debut in the Middle East, in partnership with international retail franchise operator Alshaya Group. Primark…
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News-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-8/5/25
Next has increased its full-year profit guidance to £1.08bn, up £14m, following an 11.4% rise in Q1 full-price sales, outperforming…
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