Joules
This coverage explores Joules’ role and performance in the UK retail sector, focusing on its store network, brand strategy, financial developments, and product collections. Reporting highlights management decisions, marketing initiatives, collaborations, and responses to market challenges, offering insight into the brand’s positioning within fashion and lifestyle retail. Tailored for retail executives, brand managers, and professionals monitoring mid-market and premium retail dynamics.
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Jan- 2025 -7 JanuaryComment
Strategic market entry: when to follow and when to challenge
The decision of how to enter a new market represents one of the most critical strategic choices a retailer can make. While conventional wisdom often suggests avoiding direct competition with established market leaders, the reality is more nuanced. Success depends on carefully analysing market conditions and choosing an approach that…
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Sep- 2024 -16 SeptemberNews
The O2 announces trio of openings
Outlet Shopping at The O2 has announced a trio of retail additions to its lineup, including Clarks, Soletrader, and a London outlet debut for contemporary bedding brand, Bedeck. Clarks has returned to Outlet Shopping at The O2 after 3 years, opening a 3,259 sq ft store adjacent to Skechers and…
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Apr- 2024 -12 AprilNews
White Stuff opens new outlet store in Ashford
White Stuff has recently opened a new outlet store at the McArthur Glen Designer Shopping Outlet in Ashford, Kent. The new 1,300 sq ft store, situated near M&S and Barbour, will create 11 new jobs in the area and offers shoppers outlet prices on White Stuff’s womenswear and menswear collections,…
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Nov- 2023 -1 NovemberClothing & Shoes
Next lifts FY profit guidance despite autumn sales drop
Next has raised its full-year profit guidance for the fourth time this year, despite weekly sales falling by 7% in September due to the unusually warm weather. However, the retailer’s recent Q3 results showed that sales bounced back once colder weather came in last month, increasing by 16% and 11%…
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Oct- 2023 -23 OctoberFeatures
How the FatFace deal lines up with Next’s aggressive acquisition strategy
This year has been a year full of big mergers and acquisitions and October has continued in that vein. The latest of these acquisitions has come in the form of Next’s £115m takeover of lifestyle brand FatFace. This deal is the latest in a long line of acquisitions by Next…
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12 OctoberDepartment Stores
Next nears £100m FatFace takeover deal
Next is reportedly nearing a deal to acquire FatFace as part of its latest takeover move, in a deal that is said to be worth more than £100m, according to Sky News. According to Sky, Next is now putting the “finishing touches” on a deal to acquire the clothing brand,…
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Sep- 2023 -5 SeptemberNews
Gloucester Quays strikes a series of new deals
Peel L&P has announced a series of new deals at Gloucester Quays, as eight brands have committed to the premier urban outlet in the South West. Taking new space at the destination is Claire’s, the global jewellery and fashion accessories brand. Operating from a 1,050 sq ft unit, Claire’s Gloucester…
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Jul- 2023 -6 JulyLuxury Goods
Dune London partners with Reskinned on take-back scheme
Dune London has announced a partnership with clothing repair and resale company Reskinned on the launch of a take-back programme. The scheme, which was launched yesterday (5 July), allows customers to return pre-loved Dune London shoes in any condition and receive a voucher for up to £40 off their next…
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3 JulyNews
Retail insolvencies rise by 56% to record high
The number of retail business insolvencies jumped 56% in the past year to hit 1,942, up from 1,243 in 2021/22, and the highest levels in at least a decade, new research from international law firm RPC shows. Despite the challenges faced by the sector, the insolvency of financially weaker retail…
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Jun- 2023 -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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