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This coverage focuses on retail activity, trends, and developments in London, a central hub of the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights flagship store openings, property developments, regional economic factors, consumer behaviour, and strategic moves by both international and domestic brands. Tailored for retail executives and managers, it offers insights into operating and competing in one of the world’s most dynamic retail markets.
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Feb- 2025 -7 FebruaryComment
Clare Burrows: establishing a pioneering footwear brand from scratch
Clare Burrows, founder of Air & Grace, has spent nearly three decades in the footwear industry, building a brand that seamlessly combines style and comfort. Her journey from answering a newspaper job advert to launching a thriving direct-to-consumer business is a testament to passion, perseverance, and a deep understanding of…
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7 FebruaryLuxury Goods
Watches of Switzerland ‘on track’ amid strong festive performance
Watches of Switzerland has announced it remains “on track” to hit its FY25 targets, as its Q3 performance was in line with its expectations, with “good trading” in the UK and US during the holiday period. For the 13 weeks to 26 January 2025, Watches of Switzerland has seen further…
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6 FebruaryFeatures
Are we in the golden age of drinking at home?
The wine retail market has shown surprising resilience over the 2024 Christmas period, with a number of wine-specific groups outperforming the broader market. With trends shifting towards at-home experiences, and with people reportedly frequenting pubs less and less outside of special occasions, it’s tempting to wonder: Are we living in…
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4 FebruaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-4/2/25
Shein’s planned £50bn London IPO is under threat due to potential US tariff reforms and ongoing allegations of forced labor in its supply chain. Former President Donald Trump’s proposal to eliminate the ‘de minimis’ tax rule—which allows duty-free imports of small packages under $800 from China, Canada, and Mexico—could significantly…
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4 FebruarySupermarkets
Aldi to create 1,600 new store roles
Aldi is set to create 1,600 new store roles this year as it aims to continue its significant investment across the UK. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket, which currently has more than 1,050 stores, has plans to open even more across the UK as part of its £650m investment in Britain. Roles…
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4 FebruaryOnline & Digital
Shein’s London float in danger as Trump tariffs target US tax loophole
Shein’s £50bn London IPO plans could be in danger after Donald Trump set his sights on closing a tax loophole that allows retailers like Shein to avoid tax charges in the US.Trump is set to scrap the ‘de minimis’ rule, which allows small packages worth less than $800 (£645) to…
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4 FebruaryClothing & Shoes
Mango to open 20 new UK stores in 2025
Mango has announced that it is aiming to open 20 new UK stores in 2025 as part of its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan. The plan will concentrate in London, with six openings, as well as central England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the arrival in Cardiff. One of the company’s six openings…
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4 FebruaryDIY
B&Q expands Deliveroo trial to five more London stores
B&Q has announced the expansion of its trial with Deliveroo, which means it now includes five of its larger London stores that offer more than 9,500 products for on-demand delivery. News comes after the service was initially announced from its high street B&Q Local stores in August 2024. The DIY…
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3 FebruarySupermarkets
M&S launches young designer competition with YoungMinds
M&S has announced a competition in collaboration with YoungMinds for young people to create a winning design for this year’s M&S and YoungMinds Hello Yellow kidswear collection. Every year for Hello Yellow, which marks World Mental Health Day on 10th October, YoungMinds calls on teachers, pupils, parents and colleagues to…
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Jan- 2025 -31 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-31/1/25
Homebase, the DIY retailer that collapsed into administration in November 2024, owes more than £650m to unsecured creditors, including suppliers AO World, Halfords, and The Hut. Administrator Teneo reported total unsecured claims of £657m, with £100m owed to trade creditors. Major debts include £2.9m to Close Brothers for till systems,…
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