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Apr- 2025 -22 April
New Original Factory Shop owner eyes major rent cuts as part of CVA
The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) landlords could face a package of major rent cuts as its new owner aims to…
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17 April
Today’s news in brief-17/4/25
Sainsbury’s has forecast flat profits for the coming year, expecting operating profit to drop to around £1bn, below market expectations,…
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17 April
Sainsbury’s forecasts flat profits ahead despite 7.2% uplift in FY25
Sainsbury’s has forecast flat profits for the coming year, revealing that it expects its operating profit to drop to around…
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17 April
Deliveroo reports ‘strong’ Q1 as GTV hits £1.87bn
Deliveroo has reported a 9% increase in its gross transaction value (GTV) year-on-year to £1.87bn in constant currency in Q1…
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17 April
Dunelm sales rise by 6.3% to £462m in Q3
Dunelm has seen its sales grow 6.3% to £462m during the 13-week period ended on 29 March 2025. The retailer…
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17 April
Revolution Beauty CEO to step down and join Ulta as merchandise boss
Revolution Beauty has announced that chief executive Lauren Brindley will be stepping down from her role and as a member…
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16 April
Today’s news in brief-16/4/25
Inflation in the UK fell more than expected to 2.6% in March 2025, down from 2.8% in February, driven by…
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16 April
Iceland opens new £100m warehouse
Iceland Foods has officially opened its brand new 500,000 square foot distribution centre in Warrington, marking a major investment in…
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16 April
Asda appoints new chief people officer
Asda has appointed James Goodman, Tesco’s UK and ROI people director, as its new chief people officer. Goodman spent 12…
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16 April
Inflation falls more than expected to 2.6% in March
Inflation has fallen more than expected to 2.6% in the 12 months to March 2025, down from the 2.8% rise…
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