Currys
This coverage examines Currys’ operations and strategy within the UK retail market, focusing on store performance, online initiatives, product ranges, marketing campaigns, financial results, and leadership decisions. Reporting highlights how Currys navigates technological change, consumer demand, and competitive pressures — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals in electronics, appliances, and omnichannel retail.
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Nov- 2024 -22 NovemberElectrical
Currys unveils UK&I store upgrades ahead of Xmas trading
Currys has announced a range of upgrades to its UK and Ireland stores ahead of the Golden Quarter trading period, as it seeks to create a more seamless shopping experience for customers. These enhancements come on the back of Currys’ store refurbishment programme, which saw 50 superstores and 42 megastores…
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Oct- 2024 -30 OctoberFeatures
Retail rebrand: Is it time to make the change?
In a hyper-competitive and ever-evolving retail market standing out is key. You must have a strong brand and brand identity to cut through the noise and make an impact on consumers. Sometimes the best way to do this is to rethink your branding. However, this comes with potential drawbacks. Pros…
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24 OctoberNews
Klarna enters UK gift card market with launch of Gift Card Store
Klarna, the AI powered global payments network and shopping destination, has partnered with Blackhawk Network (BHN), a leading global branded payments provider, to launch Klarna’s Gift Card Store in the UK. This gives customers the ability to buy gift cards from an extensive selection of brands and pay for them…
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Sep- 2024 -24 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-24/9/24
Harrods has launched an internal investigation to determine if any current staff were involved in allegations of rape and sexual assault made against its former owner, Mohamed Al Fayed. The inquiry follows a BBC documentary and podcast titled Predator at Harrods, which detailed claims made by multiple women who worked…
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24 SeptemberNews
Frasers Group lowers stake in Currys
Frasers Group has announced that it has lowered its stake in Currys just over a year after making an investment into the retailer. The group has lowered its holdings in the electricals business from 10.9% to 2.8%. The news comes after in June 2023 Frasers had made a “strategic investment”…
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5 September
Today’s news in brief-5/9/24
Asos has sold a majority stake in Topshop and Topman to Heartland, a move valued at £135m. Heartland, owned by Bestseller, will acquire a 75% stake while Asos retains 25%. The deal includes rights for Asos to continue marketing the brands online under a new joint venture, aiming to streamline…
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5 SeptemberElectrical
Currys revenues up 5% amid strong Euros performance
Currys has seen its UK and Ireland revenues jump 5% like-for-like in the 17 weeks ended 24 August 2024. The electronics retailer has put this jump down to England’s run to the European Championship final and encouraging the early adoption of AI computing products. It has also seen strong growth…
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Jul- 2024 -23 JulyNews
Retail welcomes apprenticeship levy reform
Retailers such as AO and Co-Op as well as the British Retail Consortium have welcomed government plans for a new growth and skills levy. Keir Starmer announced yesterday (22nd July) that his government would introduce a new levy to replace the much-maligned apprenticeship levy. John Roberts, AO founder and CEO,…
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12 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief-12/7/24
Carpetright, facing intensified competition and reduced demand, has enlisted PwC to explore a potential sale. This move, likely to proceed as a pre-pack deal or a company voluntary agreement, aims to stabilise the company amidst financial pressures exacerbated by recent cyberattacks and operational restructuring efforts. The retailer has already initiated…
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12 JulyElectrical
Currys speeds up UK store investment programme
Currys has announced that it will be making further investments in its store portfolio, which will see 50 of its largest stores undergo makeovers to include new categories, seasonal showcases, and “a focus on reinvigorating megastore entrance space”. It comes as Currys believes the blended in-store and online omnichannel model…
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