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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Aug- 2022 -16 AugustClothing & Shoes
Reebok owner acquires Ted Baker for £211m
Authentic Brands Group (ABG), the parent company of Reebok, has reached an agreement to acquire Ted Baker for approximately £211m, with Ted Baker shareholders being entitled to receiving 110p in cash for each Ted Baker share. It is reported that the cash consideration is final, Bidco, an ABG-owned entity, reserves…
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15 AugustClothing & Shoes
Zalando to cut back marketing spend instead of job cuts
Co-founder and co-chief executive of Zalando, Robert Gentz, has told the Financial Times that the company’s stall in internet shopping is just “a blip” and that the company aims to avoid mass job cuts by cutting its marketing spend instead. The FT reported that the European fashion retailer’s competitors, which…
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15 AugustNews
Joules names former John Lewis director as CEO
Joules has announced the appointment of Jonathon Brown as the group’s new CEO following a thorough selection process, joining as CEO designate on 7 September and becoming CEO on 30 September. Most recently, Brown was CEO of Compare the Market, part of BGL Group, where he led the business through…
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12 AugustPeople Moves
Primark appoints new chief customer officer
Primark has announced the appointment of Michelle McEttrick to the brand’s newly-created position of chief customer officer. McEttrick will reportedly take on the role as of 19 September with the remit to further develop the brand and customer strategy. The appointment comes as the business continues its expansion across new…
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11 AugustHigh Street
Marks Electrical Group revenues up 13.7% to £27m
Marks Electrical Group has reported a strong trading period in the first four months of FY23, with revenue growth of 13.7% to £27.7m. The company said the performance was delivered despite a “challenging market backdrop”. It’s performance was driven across all categories but particularly in televisions, vacuum cleaners, washers and…
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10 AugustFeatures
Achievable goals: 5 tips to define them for retail employees
Effective goal setting for retail employees is the foundation of driving sales and self-discipline. As a business owner, you already have a pretty good idea of your business’s goals. The next step is to convey this to your employees in order to scale your company. Achievable retail goals for your team…
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9 AugustHigh Street
Neiman Marcus appoints new president
Neiman Marcus Group has announced the appointment of Ryan Ross as its president, effective Aug 15 2022. Ross will report to Geoffroy van Raemdonck, chief executive officer, NMG. Ross was previously president of Williams Sonoma, where he was responsible for driving integrated channel strategies, customer growth and evolving the relevancy…
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5 AugustSponsored Articles
Back-to-school campaigns: are UK retailers ready?
As back to school campaigns begin in full swing, the pressure is on retailers to engage with customers in more meaningful and personalised ways. And considering there’s been an 86% increase in U.K. consumers who want suggested products and services based on their preferences in return for their loyalty, according…
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5 AugustFeatures
Back-to-school campaigns: are UK retailers ready?
As back to school campaigns begin in full swing, the pressure is on retailers to engage with customers in more meaningful and personalised ways. And considering there’s been an 86% increase in U.K. consumers who want suggested products and services based on their preferences in return for their loyalty, according…
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2 AugustEconomy
Women’s Euros final win boosts footfall post-match
High street footfall across the UK on Sunday was up by 4.4% against the previous week during shopping hours, as footfall was boosted by those visiting cities and large towns to watch the Women’s Euros final this year. According to Springboard, between the hours when the match was taking place,…
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