Dublin
This coverage focuses on retail developments, store openings, and market trends in Dublin, offering insights into the city’s role as a key retail destination. Reporting examines property developments, brand expansions, consumer behaviour, and economic factors affecting retail in the Irish capital. Tailored for retail executives and managers, the content supports strategic planning for operations, investment, and growth in Dublin’s retail landscape.
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Feb- 2023 -10 FebruaryHigh Street
Watches of Switzerland falls short of expectations amid Christmas strikes
Watches of Switzerland has reported that its revenues increased 17% to £407m in the 13 weeks to January 29 this year, narrowly falling short of analysts’ consensus expectations of £425m. The company said its lower than expected sales growth was because of rail and postal strikes over Christmas and general…
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Dec- 2022 -23 DecemberProperty
Frasers acquires former Debenhams flagship in Dublin
Frasers group has announced that it has bought a former Debenhams flagship store on Henry Street in Dublin. The 200,000 sq. ft store is currently occupied by Zara but will become a flagship Sports Direct store. The group stated that its commitment to physical retail is “unmatched” as it continues…
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May- 2022 -10 MayClothing & Shoes
Schuh opens distribution centre in Ireland
Schuh has announced the opening of a 49,000 square foot distribution centre in Ireland. The new facility at northwest business park, Dublin, has led to the creation of 25 additional job roles. The Republic of Ireland distribution centre will serve Irish and European customers, further increasing schuh’s omnichannel capabilities, ensuring…
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Jan- 2022 -13 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
Frasers Group to expand FLANNELS with Ireland openings
Frasers Group has announced that three new Flannels stores are set to open across the Republic of Ireland, marking the first flagship to open outside of the UK. The store openings will take place in Dublin, Cork and Blanchardstown, with the Dublin site set to be the next flagship in…
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Jun- 2021 -11 JuneDepartment Stores
Selfridges owners considering £4bn sale
The owners of Selfridges department store, The Weston family, are reportedly considering a £4bn sale of the property. According to reports first revealed by React News, the Weston family have been approached by an unknown buyer and have lined up Credit Suisse as advisers to explore a potential sale. It…
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Apr- 2021 -6 AprilProperty
Hammerson scales back Dublin retail development plans
Hammerson has reportedly scaled back its retail plans for its new development at Dublin Central, instead switching its focus towards office and Residential units. According to the Sunday Times, Hammerson has decided to reduce the size of the development’s retail space from 23,500 sqm to just 6,000 sqm. The retail…
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Dec- 2020 -21 DecemberNews
Hammerson seeks admission to Euronext Dublin
Retail property management group Hammerson has revealed its intention to seek admission to Euronext Dublin and to trade on the main securities market of Euronext Dublin before Britain leaves the EU. In a statement the company which owns London’s Brent Cross shopping centre said it is “seeking a secondary listing…
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Jul- 2020 -9 JulySupermarkets
Asda launches home delivery partnership with Uber Eats
Asda has announced its partnership with Uber Eats to offer customers “greater flexibility” and access to its products. The trial, which launches this week from stores in Leeds (Pudsey) and Birmingham (Barnes Hill), offers customers a choice of over 300 Asda own-brand products and branded everyday items for delivery including;…
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May- 2020 -15 MayCoronavirus
Poundland to reopen 36 stores across the UK
Discount chain Poundland has revealed it is set to open 36 stores across the UK next week as it begins to reopen its store estate. While most of Poundlands stores have remained open for “essential” shopping, In March, the retailer closed around 100 stores that were located close to another…
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Aug- 2019 -13 AugustFeatures
Mike Ashley’s high street monopoly
Over the past two years retail tycoon Mike Ashley has been treating the UK high street as his very own personal Monopoly board. However instead of desires to develop houses and hotels on his newly acquired property, Ashley has the grander vision of ‘saving the UK high street’ and turning…
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