Christmas

M&S launches FAO Schwarz partnership

M&S has announced it is launching a new partnership with toymaker FAO Schwarz in 20 stores across the UK and…

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Footfall begins to see Christmas rise

Footfall in UK retail destinations rose by 1.5% last week from the week before, according to Springboard. However, performance varied…

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Co-op removes plastic from Christmas wrapping

Co-op has announced the launch of its plastic free Christmas wrapping paper range. The retailer has removed the plastic film…

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Consumers to spend £21bn this Christmas, says PwC

One in four consumers intend to spend more this festive season, with an average £428 spend per person up from…

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B&M revenues hit £2.2bn despite ‘challenges’

B&M has revealed group revenues increased by 1.2% to £2.26bn – and up 26.8% on a two-year basis – during…

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The Works sales remain strong despite supply chain woes

The Works has remained optimistic about its full-year results despite warning of ongoing supply chain issues and higher costs in…

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Halfords raises FY22 guidance amid sales surge

Halfords has lifted its guidance for FY22 following what was a “strong” first-half performance, which saw a total growth of…

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Superdrug launches 2 hour delivery service from almost 300 stores

Superdrug has announced it is expanding its delivery service to include “super fast’ 2 hour home delivery, from nearly 300…

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October consumer spending up 14.2%, Barclaycard reveals

Consumer card spending grew by 14.2% in October, compared with the same period in 2019, according to the latest data…

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£1.2bn to be spent in West End this Christmas, says NWEC

Despite a “strong recovery in footfall”, West End retailers are facing a “challenging festive period” due to the continued absence…

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