Dublin
This coverage focuses on retail developments, store openings, and market trends in Dublin, offering insights into the cityโs 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 Dublinโs retail landscape.
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Jul- 2023 -13 JulyLuxury Goods
Watches of Switzerland profits jump 23% to ยฃ155m
Watches of Switzerland has posted a 23% increase in profits to ยฃ126m, up to ยฃ155m, for the year ended 30 April 2023. The increase comes amid a 25% increase in revenues to ยฃ1.5bn compared with ยฃ1.2bn in 2022. For the UK and Europe specifically the retailer posted revenues of ยฃ890m…
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May- 2023 -18 MayClothing & Shoes
Nike opens new Unite concept store at Blanchardstown Centre
Nike has announced it has opened a new concept store Nike Unite at Blanchardstown Centre, Dublin. The first store of its kind in Ireland, Nike Unite features an in-store community wall, celebrating Dublin athletes and sporting achievement, as well as local landmarks and partnerships. Signed on a 10-year lease, the…
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15 MayClothing & Shoes
Shein to launch 30 pop-ups around EMEA
Shein has announced plans to host roughly 30 pop-ups around the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region this year.ย The news comes as the global e-retailer of fashion, beauty and lifestyle products officially opened its EMEA headquarters in Dublin city centre, Ireland, which will host its strategic IT hub…
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Apr- 2023 -18 AprilHealth & Beauty
Superdrug to invest in 25 new stores
Health and beauty retailer, Superdrug, has announced plans to invest in 25 new stores this year, expanding its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint. It said the venture is expected to create over 570 jobs nationwide, creating a โseamless customer experienceโ and provide support for high streets and local communities. The investment is…
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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 ยฃ407m in the 13 weeks to January 29 this year, narrowly falling short of analystsโ consensus expectations of ยฃ425m. 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 โunmatchedโ 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 schuhโs 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 ยฃ4bn sale
The owners of Selfridges department store, The Weston family, are reportedly considering a ยฃ4bn 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 developmentโs retail space from 23,500 sqm to just 6,000 sqm. The retail…
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