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Debenhams partners with InPost to expand delivery service

Debenhams Group has announced that it has partnered with InPost to expand its delivery options across the UK. Customers will now have access to InPost’s “extensive” network of 10,000 lockers and 6,000 parcel shops nationwide. The move is part of the group’s ongoing commitment to making online shopping more convenient…

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The nostalgia trend: Why do companies revive old brands?

A cultural institution in the 90s, defunct in the 00s and making a comeback in the 20s. MFI Furniture is set to relaunch on the British high street after owner Victorian Plumbing revealed plans to relaunch the brand in early 2026, promising a refresh without the frustrations of long online…

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Spring heatwave sparks 500% retail sales surge at Debenhams Group

The Debenhams Group, which includes Debenhams, Karen Millen, Boohoo, Man, and PrettyLittleThing, has reported a 500% surge in sales and a 1,000% increase in searches for certain summer products this May, compared with the same month last year, driven by the spring heatwave. New data, which looked at the demand…

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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 $10bn takeover by private equity firm Sycamore. While Pessina, who previously held a 17% stake, will invest more to expand his share, Sycamore will take majority ownership. The deal, valued…

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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 from The Telegraph. The online fashion company is reportedly looking to access the high yield market for £50m of the proposed total. Debenhams Group has also sounded out several asset-backed…

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Is going private the next big trend in retail?

Walgreens Boots Alliance was acquired by the American private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at up to $23.7bn (£18.3 billion). Around the same time, Pepco Group, owner of Poundland, received interest from potential buyers for its 825-store Poundland business in the UK. With major retailers opting for…

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Today’s news in brief-31/3/25

Primark CEO Paul Marchant has resigned with immediate effect following an investigation into an allegation regarding his behaviour towards a woman in a social setting. Parent company ABF launched an external probe, after which Marchant acknowledged his “error of judgement” and apologised to the individual, the board, and Primark employees.…

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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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Boohoo finalises Debenhams rebrand despite Frasers push-back

Boohoo Group has confirmed its rebrand to Debenhams Group at its General Meeting following the initial announcement of the name change earlier this month (11 March), despite strong opposition from Frasers Group.  It comes as 62.04% voted in favour of changing the corporate name from Boohoo Group to Debenhams Group,…

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Can Boohoo’s rebrand solve its fast fashion woes?

In the run-up to Boohoo announcing its name change to Debenhams Group, the fashion business had battled an onslaught of media scrutiny – and we’re only halfway through the 2020s. Let’s recap this chain of events: in 2020, a Sunday Times investigation found that Boohoo suppliers in Leicester were getting…

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