Poundland
This coverage explores Poundland’s strategy and performance in the UK retail sector, focusing on store operations, product range development, pricing strategies, marketing campaigns, and leadership decisions. Reporting highlights how Poundland competes in the value retail segment, adapts to consumer demand, and manages operational challenges — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals in discount and general merchandise retail.
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Sep- 2025 -18 SeptemberHigh Street
Modella Capital leads race to acquire Claire’s UK arm
Modella Capital is leading the race to acquire the UK arm of Clire’s, after reportedly agreeing the outline of a deal with Ames Watson, the new US-based owner of Claire’s, Sky News has reported. The London-based investor, which bought WH Smith’s high street business earlier this year, is said to…
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17 SeptemberHigh Street
Poundland halts store closures amid restructuring plan
Poundland has revealed that it has paused its store closure programme after the implementation of its restructuring plan. It has so far announced the closure of 57 stores but has now brought that programme to a conclusion with the remaining 11 closures put on hold. Poundland’s Irvine Rivergate Centre location,…
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5 SeptemberFeatures
What does the future hold for Poundland?
Last week Poundland was saved from collapse just days before the company ran out of money after its restructuring plan was approved by a High Court. Barristers told a hearing that it would fall into administration by Friday and could run out of money by 7 September if the plan…
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Aug- 2025 -28 AugustSupermarkets
Poundland to return to simple grocery pricing across the UK
Poundland has confirmed it will roll out new grocery pricing to all its UK stores, with simple £1, £2 and £3 price points. The move follows a five-month trial in 17 West Midlands stores, and will mark the end of “additional price complexity”. When complete, around 60% of grocery items…
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27 AugustHigh Street
Poundland saved from collapse as restructure is approved
Poundland has been saved from collapse just days before the retailer was due to run out of money. Its restructuring plan was approved by a High Court after barristers told a hearing that it would fall into administration by Friday and could run out of money by 7 September if…
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12 AugustHigh Street
Poundland confirms location of 12 further store closures
Poundland has confirmed the locations of a further 12 stores that are set to close under its restructuring plan, taking the total number identified to 52 out of 68. As part of the restructuring plan, 13 stores have already closed, with 15 closures planned for 17 August, and 12 planned…
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6 AugustProperty
British Land hires lawyers to scrutinise retail rescue deals
British Land has reportedly hired lawyers to scrutinise rescue deals for Poundland and River Island, Sky News has reported. According to the paper, Hogan Lovells has been instructed by the property group to seek further information on restructuring plans for the two chains. British Land owns 20 Poundland stores, 13…
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Jul- 2025 -29 JulyFeatures
Claire’s on the brink: can the chain avoid another collapse?
For decades, Claire’s has been the go-to destination for sparkly earrings, scrunchies and ear piercings – a rite of passage for generations of teenagers. But the glitter is starting to fade. The jewellery and accessories retailer, which operates nearly 300 shops in the UK and more than 2,300 worldwide, has…
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28 JulyHigh Street
Pepco calls in advisors to oversee Poundland transition
Pepco Group is reportedly set to draft in advisers to help oversee Poundland’s transition to its new owner, in a process that will lead to store closures and job cuts. According to Sky News, the company has asked FRP Advisory to act as an observer for the move, only weeks…
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21 JulyHigh Street
Lakeland owner Hilco in race to acquire Claire’s
Hilco Capital, the high street investor behind Lakeland and a former backer of HMV and Superdry, is considering a takeover of Claire’s UK business, according to Sky News. Banking sources have told the outlet that Hilco Capital, who was a recent contender to acquire Poundland, is among the potential bidders…
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