Germany
This coverage explores UK retailers’ strategies and activities in the German market, focusing on store openings, partnerships, consumer trends, and market entry or expansion plans. Reporting highlights how businesses adapt to Germany’s retail landscape and regulatory environment — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals overseeing international growth and operations.
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Sep- 2025 -30 SeptemberHigh Street
Søstrene Grene turnover jumps 31% to £314m as UK expansion ramps up
Danish homewares brand Søstrene Grene has reported record turnover for the 2024/25 financial year, with turnover rising 31% from £240m to £314m. Growth was driven by strong international expansion and particularly high performance in the UK, where sales increased 130% year-on-year. Meanwhile, gross profit increased from £91m to £111m, while…
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Aug- 2025 -29 AugustHealth & Beauty
Boots ‘well positioned’ for future growth amid Sycamore acquisition
The Boots Group has claimed it is “well positioned” for future growth as a private standalone company following the acquisition of Walgreens Boots Alliance by Sycamore Partners, completed in partnership with Stefano Pessina and his family, who have reinvested their full stake. As part of the separation, Walgreens, Boots, Shields…
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28 AugustComment
How retailers can keep frontline staff from feeling undervalued and overstressed
In retail, the shop floor is where the customer experience comes to life. It’s where expectations are met — or missed. Yet for decades, frontline employees, the people most directly responsible for shaping that experience, have often been left without the tools, recognition, and support they need to thrive. For…
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26 AugustEconomy
Royal Mail and DHL halt some US deliveries ahead of tariff changes
Royal Mail and DHL have suspended or restricted certain postal services to the United States ahead of new US customs rules that come into force on 29 August. The move follows an executive order by the US government that removes the current $800 (£594) “de minimis” threshold, under which most…
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Jul- 2025 -18 JulyClothing & Shoes
Mango H1 turnover jumps 12% to €1.7bn amid global expansion
Mango has reported a 12% rise in turnover to €1.7bn (£1.4bn) in the first half of 2025, as the Spanish fashion company expanded its international footprint and online presence. During the period, the company opened 78 new shops and refurbished an additional 30, taking its global store count to 2,925…
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Jun- 2025 -27 JuneHealth & Beauty
Boots sales rise 5% in Q3 amid strong online performance
Walgreen Boots Alliance has reported that its International segment saw sales rise by 7.8% to $6.2bn (£4.5bn) during the third quarter, with Boots UK sales growing 5% and the Germany wholesale business growing 6.8%. The group, which is the parent company of Boots, has seen its third quarter sales rise…
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May- 2025 -29 MayClothing & Shoes
Dr. Martens appoints Adidas VP as chief brand officer
Footwear brand Dr. Martens has appointed Carla Murphy as the company’s new chief brand officer (CBO) to lead the company’s global brand organisation. Murphy will assume her new role at Dr. Martens on 1 July 2025 and will be based in London. In her new role, she will be responsible…
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27 MayHigh Street
Monsoon owner sees FY losses widen to £7.5m
Monsoon and Accessorize owner, Adena Brands Limited, has reported a £7.5m loss before tax and an EBITDA loss of £2.4m for the year to 31 August 2024, due to “significant” cost inflation which was driven by the UK National Minimum Wage rise. The loss also comes as group sales for…
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14 MaySport & Leisure
Angling Direct sees FY sales and profits rise
Angling Direct has reported a 11.9% increase in group revenues to £91.3m and a 23.6% rise in adjusted profit before tax to £2.0m for the 12 months ended 31 January 2025 (FY25). Its adjusted EBITDA also increased 20.0% to £3.4m, slightly ahead of recently upgraded consensus market expectations. In the…
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2 MayFeatures
How is Westfield’s new Health and Wellness Village reshaping retail spaces
Westfield London has announced the opening of its new Wellness Village, in a move to cater to the growing demand for accessible health and wellness experiences within a retail setting. The new space offers over 50,000 sq. ft. of health and wellness brands and services. According to the latest report…
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