France
This coverage focuses on retail developments in France that are relevant to UK retail professionals, highlighting market trends, store openings and closures, cross-border strategies, leadership moves, and regulatory changes. Reporting provides insights into how French retail dynamics influence and intersect with UK businesses, supporting managers and executives monitoring international opportunities and challenges.
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Apr- 2023 -26 AprilNews
Pret A Manger hikes price of coffee subscription as it expands offering
Pret A Manger has increased its monthly coffee subscription by 20% to £30 per month and expanded it to include a discount on all of its freshly made food, snacks and drinks. It said existing coffee subscribers will automatically become part of ‘Club Pret’ and their current monthly price of…
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5 AprilSponsored Articles
Furniture brand boosts revenue by 20% with clever planning technology
Key facts Online-only DTC e-commerce merchant specializing in high-end, flatpack furniture, established in 2015 Uses Inventory Planner for real-time forecasting, intuitive buying recommendations and daily inventory reporting Impact: Sales revenue boosted by 20%, £200K saved on stock holding, cash flow protected, overstock eliminated Sales growth of 95% over the last…
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5 AprilDIY
Screwfix to open 85 new stores in 2023
Screwfix, the omn-ichannel retailer, has announced plans to open up to 85 new stores across the UK, Ireland and France by the end of January 2024, creating more than 800 jobs in local communities. The announcement follows a record year of store openings in 2022, including its first five stores…
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Mar- 2023 -3 MarchClothing & Shoes
L Catterton acquires majority stake in A.P.C
L Catterton has announced that it has acquired a controlling stake in global French clothing brand, Atelier de Production et de Création (A.P.C.), to advance the brand’s international presence. Since the brand’s inception in 1987, Jean Touitou founded and has been managing A.P.C. He was joined by Judith Touitou in…
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Feb- 2023 -3 FebruaryComment
After a tough golden quarter, can Asos reclaim its crown?
The most recent golden quarter came as something of a pleasant surprise to the market. Across the retail sector, companies rejoiced as sales bounced back in the first Christmas period that was not disrupted by virus variants. Of course, the period was not without its tribulations. Businesses were still hit…
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3 FebruaryDIY
Screwfix closes in on 1,000 store target with 87 new sites in 2022
Trade retailer Screwfix is on track to reach its ambition to open more than 1,000 stores across the UK, Republic of Ireland and France, following the opening of 87 stores in the past 12 months. The retailer opened 72 new stores in the UK, 10 in the Republic of Ireland…
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2 FebruaryAdvice
What does France’s new environmental legislation mean for UK retail?
When it comes to environmental legislation, France is a pioneer. A decade ago, it became the first country to introduce extended producer responsibility (EPR) for textiles and furniture; last year, it added sports equipment, toys, and DIY and gardening equipment to the list. All retailers trading in France – large…
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Jan- 2023 -30 JanuaryClothing & Shoes
LVMH profits and revenues surge 23%
LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the luxury goods group, revealed it recorded revenues of €79.2bn (£69.6bn) in 2022 and profits from recurring operations of €21.1bn (£18.5bn), both up 23%. The luxury group said the performance comes as all business groups achieved “significant” organic revenue growth over the year. Its fashion…
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5 JanuaryHigh Street
B&M sees Q3 revenues hit £1.56bn
Variety goods retailer B&M has announced Q3 revenues of £1.56bn, up from £1.39bn compared with last year, a 6% increase like for like. It said the strong revenues were driven by its UK dealings with B&M UK accounting for £1.3bn. B&M France had revenues of £136m and its other company…
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Dec- 2022 -19 DecemberNews
Record Cyber Monday could signal last-minute Christmas shopping spree
International logistics provider fulfilmentcrowd believes that record Cyber Monday demand could signal a flurry of last-minute Christmas shopping and a boom in traditional Boxing Day and January sales. The company, which operates a network of 14 fulfilment centres and handles eCommerce orders for 500 retailers, reported a 27% increase year-on-year…
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