Ireland
This coverage focuses on retail trends, developments, and performance in Ireland, with attention to both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Reporting includes store activity, regional economic factors, consumer behaviour, property developments, and strategic moves by local and international retailers. Tailored for executives and managers, it offers insights into operating successfully in Ireland’s retail market.
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Jul- 2023 -7 JulyHigh Street
Heatwave dampens June footfall
Footfall fell -1.9% in the five weeks from 28 May to 01 July 2023 as hot weather meant that shoppers strayed from the high street, according to BRC-Sensormatic IQ data. The fall was worse than the three-month average increase of -1.1% and comes as high street footfall increased by 0.6%…
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6 JulyClothing & Shoes
Clarks names Under Armour’s Bob Neville as new UK & ROI MD
Clarks, the British shoe brand, has appointed Bob Neville as its new managing director for the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland, effective from August 2023. Neville returns to the UK from Hong Kong, where he has been based for 30 years, leading teams with some of the world’s largest…
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Jun- 2023 -16 JuneSupermarkets
Tesco sales up 9% amid signs of easing inflation
Tesco has announced that its sales excluding fuel in the UK and Ireland have risen 9% to £13.8bn for the 13 weeks ended 27 May 2023. Overall, the company posted sales of £14.8bn across its stores in the UK, Ireland and Central Europe including Booker, an increase of 8.2%. This…
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14 JunePeople Moves
Just Hype strengthens management team
Leicester-based Just Hype, a global fashion and accessories brand, has announced the appointment of two new executives to further strengthen its management team. Dave Leigh has been appointed as the new Commercial director, while Melissa Wright has been appointed as the new head of Buying. Leigh brings a wealth of…
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13 JuneClothing & Shoes
Sweaty Betty appoints new global brand president
Wolverine Worldwide has announced the appointment of Melissa Mullen as the new global brand president for its Sweaty Betty brand. Mullen most recently served as vice president and general manager of UK and Ireland for Jo Malone London, a lifestyle brand owned by the Estée Lauder Companies. At Jo Malone…
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9 JuneSupermarkets
EG Group to amend and extend loan following Asda deal
Retail and petrol forecourt company, EG Group, has announced that it will seek to amend and extend its banking loans following the sale of its UK operations to Asda’s Issa Brothers. This three-year amendment and extension will reportedly apply to the group’s remaining $3.4bn (£2.7bn) of term loans due in…
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2 JunePeople Moves
Conair appoints new UK&I manager
Personal care and home appliance company, Conair, has announced the appointment of Mark Tyers as its new country manager for the UK and Ireland. He will report to Alban Wilson, the senior vice president of EMEA sales, who has been with the company for 20 years. In his new role,…
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May- 2023 -30 MaySupermarkets
Asda acquires EG Group UK for £2.27bn
Asda has announced that it has acquired the majority of EG Group’s UK and Ireland fuel, foodservice, grocery and merchandise business in a deal worth £2.27bn. The deal means that Asda will take ownership of around 350 petrol stations and more than 1,000 food-to-go locations. The UK’s third largest supermarket…
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30 MayHigh Street
New Look names Deloitte to advise on £100m debt refinancing
New Look has reportedly appointed Deloitte to advise on its options for refinancing a £100m debt that is due to expire in 2024, two years after the brand’s latest restructuring, Sky News has reported. According to the outlet, the high street fashion chain’s decision to kick off talks with lenders…
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25 MayDepartment Stores
Card Factory launches first click and collect service
Card Factory has launched its first UK-wide click and collect service, following the success of a trial period across 87 stores. The new service is available via its website, app and at over 1,000 stores excluding Jersey or the Republic of Ireland. Customers can choose from a range of gifts,…
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