Harrods
This coverage examines Harrods’ role and performance within the UK retail sector, focusing on its luxury positioning, store operations, and strategic initiatives. Explore reporting on flagship store developments, seasonal campaigns, brand partnerships, executive changes, and financial performance — all with an emphasis on commercial impact and relevance to professionals managing retail operations, brand strategy, and high-end customer experiences.
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Apr- 2025 -24 AprilClothing & Shoes
Mori unveils first-ever acquisition with Kidly deal
Baby clothing brand Mori has made its first-ever acquisition with the purchase of UK-based children’s retail brand Kidly, for an undisclosed sum. Founded as a curated marketplace for modern families, Kidly has become known for its own-label range, Kidly Label, particularly its jelly shoes, which have sold over 250,000 units…
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Mar- 2025 -24 MarchNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-24/3/25
Harrods is nearing the finalisation of compensation payments for victims of sexual abuse by its former owner, Mohamed al Fayed, who died in 2023. According to draft terms seen by Sky News, some claimants could receive over £300k, depending on whether they opt for a psychiatric assessment. Those choosing the…
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24 MarchDepartment Stores
Harrods close to finalising compensation for al Fayed victims
Harrods’ lawyers at MPL Legal are reportedly close to finalising compensation payments, that are potentially worth more than £300k, to settle sexual abuse claims brought against former owner Mohamed al Fayed, according to Sky News. Following his death in 2023, al Fayed’s abuse of hundreds of young female workers at…
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Feb- 2025 -14 FebruaryFeatures
How Trump’s tariffs could affect UK retailers
US President Donald Trump has spent his first few weeks in power threatening to and actioning a number of moves which affect imports into America. While most of this has been focused upon Canada, Mexico and China it could have wide ranging effects across the globe. Trump is embarking on…
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14 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Steve Madden acquires Kurt Geiger for £289m
Steve Madden has agreed to acquire UK-based Kurt Geiger from a group led by international private equity firm Cinven for an enterprise value of approximately £289m in cash. In addition to Kurt Geiger London, the brand’s portfolio includes KG Kurt Geiger and Carvela. Kurt Geiger also operates footwear concessions within…
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Jan- 2025 -24 JanuaryFeatures
The rise of AI-driven cosmetics retail
The world of cosmetics retail is changing at an unprecedented pace. From the rise of AI-driven shopping experiences to the growing consumer demand for sustainability, brands must now navigate a dynamic and increasingly competitive landscape. Few professionals understand this better than Felicity Gain, business development manager for Smile Science Harley…
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Dec- 2024 -13 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-13/12/24
Hundreds of Harrods workers, including retail, restaurant, and cleaning staff, are set to strike on 21–22 December and Boxing Day in a dispute over Christmas bonuses and working conditions. The United Voices of the World (UVW) union said 95% of its members voted to strike after management refused negotiations. Workers…
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Oct- 2024 -23 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Represent to open first UK store in Manchester
Fashion brand Represent is set to open the doors of its first ever UK store in Manchester on 26 October. Following a period of mass growth, the luxury menswear brand is now on track to deliver £100m in turnover by the end of the year. Founded in Manchester in 2011…
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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 SeptemberDepartment Stores
Harrods investigating if current staff involved in Al Fayed allegations
Harrods has revealed that it is investigating if any of its current staff were involved in allegations against former owner Mohamed Al Fayed. Al Fayed, who owned the store between 1985 and 2010, has been accused of multiple rapes and sexual assaults by several women who worked for him. The…
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