Marketing
This coverage explores marketing strategy and innovation across the UK retail industry — from brand campaigns and customer engagement to data-driven advertising and omnichannel communication. Retail Sector reports on retailer marketing performance, creative partnerships, loyalty schemes, and digital transformation shaping how brands connect with consumers. Coverage includes insights into retail media networks, influencer collaborations, social commerce, and the evolving use of AI and analytics in campaign optimisation. For retail professionals, this category offers expert intelligence on how effective marketing drives sales, brand value, and competitive advantage in a dynamic retail environment.
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Apr- 2025 -16 AprilDIY
ProCook revenues jump 17.8% in Q4
ProCook has seen its total revenue increase by 17.8% to £15.5m during the 12 weeks ended 30 March 2025. Retail revenue increased by 14.7% to £9.6m benefitting from like-for-like growth of 1.9% – the seventh consecutive quarter of positive like for like growth. Meanwhile, e-commerce revenue increased by 23.4% to…
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10 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-10/4/25
Tesco has warned of lower profits in the coming financial year, forecasting between £2.7bn and £3.0bn, down from £3.13bn in FY24/25, citing increased price competition among UK supermarkets. Despite this, group sales rose 4% to £63.6bn, with UK market share reaching 28.3%, its highest since 2016. CEO Ken Murphy highlighted…
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10 AprilSupermarkets
John Lewis invests in Home range with 30 new brand additions
John Lewis has announced that it is making “bold” investments in its own Home brand this spring, adding 30 new brands including Harlequin x Henry Holland, West Elm and By Hope, as well as a collaboration with design house Sanderson. It comes as the department store chain aims to “reinforce…
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8 AprilFeatures
The future of checkout: how retailers can win customers
In an era where convenience reigns supreme, UK consumers have developed a notoriously low tolerance for friction at checkout. The latest research from financial technology provider payabl. underscores just how critical a seamless payment experience has become. According to the findings, 43% of shoppers across the UK, Germany, and the…
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8 AprilPeople Moves
LVMH makes leadership appointments to Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Kenzo
LVMH has announced three new leadership appointments within Fendi, Louis Vuitton and Kenzo. Ramon Ros has been appointed CEO of Fendi as of 1 July 2025 and will report to Sidney Toledano, senior advisor to the LVMH group chairman. Throughout his proven track record of success within LVMH, especially at…
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4 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-4/4/25
Manchester-based online retailer THG has successfully completed its debt refinancing, extending arrangements until December 2029. The refinancing includes a partial extension of its Term Loan B to €445m (£376.6m), a £74m repayment of Term Loan A, and the extension of a £150m revolving credit facility to May 2029. The move…
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4 AprilClothing & Shoes
New Look to ‘supercharge’ digital growth with £30m investment
New Look has secured a £30m investment from shareholders to accelerate its digital transformation and optimise its online experience for customers. Over the last five years the brand has invested significantly to elevate its digital capabilities: upgrading its website and app, building a social media community of 7m followers, and…
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4 AprilFeatures
How can a celebrity partnership help your brand?
Retailers partnering with celebrities to promote products is a technique as old as celebrities themselves. However, in an era where there is so much advertising and so many companies promoting things through celebrities or influencers, it can be hard to make your collaboration stand out. A good example of a…
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3 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-3/4/25
The Co-op has reported a sixfold surge in full-year pre-tax profits, rising to £161m from £28m the previous year, despite facing over £200m in new headwinds and investment costs. This growth was driven by increased operating profits, which climbed by £34m to £131m, alongside improved returns from Funeralcare plan investments.…
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3 AprilFeatures
Is going private the next big trend in retail?
Walgreens Boots Alliance was acquired by the American private equity firm Sycamore Partners in a deal valued at up to $23.7bn (£18.3 billion). Around the same time, Pepco Group, owner of Poundland, received interest from potential buyers for its 825-store Poundland business in the UK. With major retailers opting for…
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