John Lewis
This coverage explores John Lewis’s strategy, operations, and performance within the UK retail sector. Reporting includes store and online developments, product innovation, marketing campaigns, financial results, leadership decisions, and employee-owned business dynamics. With a focus on commercial impact and competitive strategy, it provides insights for professionals managing department stores, multi-channel retail, and premium consumer brands.
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Jun- 2024 -24 JuneNews
Today’s news in brief-24/6/24
Shein’s plans for a £50bn flotation in London are under threat due to mounting concerns from Chinese officials over negative portrayals of the company in the UK. The British Fashion Council has expressed significant reservations about Shein’s business practices, particularly around labor exploitation. Although the company is based in Singapore,…
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24 JuneNews
Miniso to open new store at Trafford Centre
Miniso has announced that it is set to open its biggest store in the North of England at the Trafford Centre on 5 July. Situated between Boots and John Lewis on the ground floor, the new location will cover 2,700 sq ft, enhancing the shopping experience at the Trafford Centre.…
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24 JuneClothing & Shoes
John Lewis unveils new circular design collection
John Lewis has today (24 June) launched a new eco-friendly circular collection across its Home and Fashion range. The 20-piece collection, which includes nightwear and filled bedding, has been developed with “circularity at the forefront”, offering products which are longer lasting and more sustainable. Products in the range have an…
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12 JuneClothing & Shoes
Castore opens new site at Centre:mk
Sportswear brand Castore has announced its regional debut into Milton Keynes with the launch of its new store at Centre:mk. Set to open on Silbury Arcade in late June, Castore’s 865 sq ft location will be one of the brand’s first new store concepts designed by Ink Associates. The centre:mk…
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May- 2024 -28 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-28/5/24
Shop price inflation has returned to normal levels, with the British Retail Consortium (BRC) reporting a decrease in annual shop price inflation from 0.8% in April to 0.6% in May. This marks the lowest rate since November 2021 and is below the three-month average rate of 0.9%. Non-food items remained…
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28 MayClothing & Shoes
Gov should be talking about ‘falling apprenticeships’, says John Lewis boss
The outgoing chair of John Lewis, Dame Sharon White, has claimed that the government should be discussing the reasons why apprenticeships are declining instead of the PM’s new national service plan. Speaking on the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, White, who will step down as boss of John Lewis next…
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24 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-24/5/24
In April, retail sales volumes dropped by 2.3% following a 0.2% decline in March, primarily due to ongoing wet weather, as reported by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Non-food stores experienced a significant 4.1% fall, equalling the largest drop since January 2021, with clothing, sports equipment, and furniture retailers…
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24 MayClothing & Shoes
John Lewis launches UK’s ‘largest range’ of rentable menswear
John Lewis has unveiled the “largest range” of menswear brands available to rent on the high street, with the likes of Boss Tailoring, Charles Tyrwhitt and new brand Hay Life among others. Searches for “Mens Rental” have been consistently in the top 30 search terms on JL.com for the past…
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23 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-23/5/24
The Very Group’s pre-tax losses narrowed to £2.1m for the 39-week period ending March 30, down from £11.7m the previous year, despite a slight dip in total revenue by 0.8% to £1.6bn. Very UK, contributing 86% of the group’s sales, saw a revenue increase of 1% to £1.4bn. However, Littlewoods…
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23 MayHigh Street
John Lewis Partnership to hire over 300 care experienced young people
The John Lewis Partnership has announced its ambition to hire more than 300 care experienced young people by January 2025 as part of its Building Happier Futures programme. The Partnership has hired around 76 people with Care Experience backgrounds through the Building Happier Futures programme. It said the new ambition…
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