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  • Apr- 2025 -
    14 April
    AdviceUS tariffs and De Minimis changes: What you need to know

    US tariffs and De Minimis changes: What you need to know

    Global markets may well be rebounding after President Trump announced a “universal 10%” tax on all imports, except China which has now been hit with a 125% levy. Although many who had anticipated a global economic crisis may feel a sense of relief today, the reality remains that the United…

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  • Mar- 2025 -
    31 March
    FeaturesTopshop’s comeback: a boon for the high street?

    Topshop’s comeback: a boon for the high street?

    Topshop is back. Once a beacon of British high street fashion, the brand has teased its return to reclaim its position in the retail landscape. But in an era dominated by digital-first brands, resale platforms, and evolving consumer habits, does Topshop have what it takes to thrive again? The journey…

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  • Jan- 2025 -
    8 January
    Comment
    Shaping the future of retail analytics

    Shaping the future of retail analytics

    Diane Wehrle, co-founder of Springboard, is a name synonymous with retail data innovation. Her journey from a business graduate to a pioneer in retail analytics is a testament to vision, resilience, and seizing untapped opportunities. In an industry often starved for real-time, actionable insights, Wehrle’s work has transformed how retailers…

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  • Dec- 2024 -
    4 December
    DIYDFS reshuffles management team in bid to streamline business

    DFS reshuffles management team in bid to streamline business

    DFS has announced changes to its management structure that will bring DFS and Sofology under one team in a bid to simplify the business.As part of this, Sofology managing director Emma Dinnis will step down at the end of this month. Dinnis first joined DFS in 2022, having previously worked…

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  • Jul- 2024 -
    2 July
    People MovesJD Sports COO steps down

    JD Sports COO steps down

    The COO of JD Sports, Sherilyn Paterson, has stepped down amid her retirement after spending 12 years at the group. In a post on LinkedIn, Paterson wrote: “Today is my first day of retirement after an amazing 12 years with the JD group as part of the executive team and this…

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  • Mar- 2024 -
    11 March
    NewsMatalan unveils five new senior leadership appointments

    Matalan unveils five new senior leadership appointments

    Matalan, the fashion and homeware omnichannel value retailer, has announced the appointment of five new leaders as it continues its business transformation.    The retailer has appointed a new director of online, David Seeby, to drive forward its e-commerce offer, harnessing new technology to build a best-in-class omnichannel experience for Matalan’s…

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  • Jan- 2024 -
    8 January
    Economy120,000 retail jobs lost in 2023

    120,000 retail jobs lost in 2023

    Almost 120,000 retail employees lost their jobs in 2023 after more than 10,000 shops shuttered over the year, according to new data from the Centre for Retail Research. It found that during the 2023 calendar year, a total of 119,405 jobs were lost and 10,494 stores were shuttered across the…

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  • Nov- 2023 -
    9 November
    People MovesJust Hype appoints new CEO and COO

    Just Hype appoints new CEO and COO

    Lifestyle and accessories brand Just Hype has announced the appointments of Mike Thompson as its new chief executive officer and Shireen Saloojee as the new chief operating officer.  The appointment to CEO comes in the form of a promotion, having previously held the COO title at the company.  His time…

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  • 7 November
    Clothing & ShoesShein eyes Topshop move

    Shein eyes Topshop move

    Fast fashion brand Shein has reportedly formally registered its interest in making an offer for Topshop, The Times has reported.  The news comes right after the company acquired Missguided and its intellectual property rights from Frasers Group last week for an undisclosed amount.  Topshop was acquired by Asos for £330m…

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  • 3 November
    NewsPrettyLittleThing founder posts interest in Topshop deal

    PrettyLittleThing founder posts interest in Topshop deal

    PrettyLittleThing founder Umar Kamani has expressed his interest in buying TopShop from Asos.  Commenting on X (FKA Twitter) on a report regarding the possible sale from Asos, Kamani wrote: “I would buy this and bring it back like the good old days.. rockin and rollin.” Kamani is a member of…

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