Marketing
This coverage explores marketing strategy and innovation across the UK retail industry โ 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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Jun- 2021 -21 JuneDepartment Stores
John Lewis faces criticism over third-party fees
Department store chain John Lewis has reportedly faced criticism from third-party brands for the fees it charges to stock their products.ย According to the Sunday Times, third party brands currently pay up to 50% of every sale to John Lewis in commission and fees.ย The paper also said that one…
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16 JuneAdvice
Why data is the key to business survival and growth for e-commerce
Data has been heralded as the new gold for a few years now, but the last year really demonstrated just how valuable it is for businesses. With the world changing overnight no retailer was immune to having to change, and quickly at that. Yet, even though most of us realise…
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15 JuneComment
Brightpearl: Bringing automation to the masses
The pandemic has undoubtedly changed almost all facets to modern life, and retail is no exception. After a year of lockdowns and restrictions, more people than ever before are turning to e-commerce and eschewing the traditional shopping experience, and retailers need to keep up. This shift was already in the…
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14 JuneDIY
UK Flooring Direct appoints new CCO
UK Flooring Direct has announced the appointment of Elia Green as the new chief commercial officer (CCO). Green was originally appointed head of marketing campaigns in April 2019 and since then has achieved three promotions, from commercial director to now taking a place on the company board. The retailer is…
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11 JuneAnalysis
The embedded finance revolution in retail
The retail sector is in the midst of a huge digital transformation. From digital wallets and savings accounts, to frictionless payments and lending, an ever-increasing number of non-bank businesses are beginning to welcome embedded finance as part of their service. Having already disrupted banking, embedded finance serves to bridge the…
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8 JuneDepartment Stores
M&S partners with English heritage this summer
M&S has announced a new partnership with English Heritage to give customers 50% off at over 130 historic sites, properties and landmarks this summer. The partnership is the latest example of the retailersโ efforts to create a personalised loyalty programme with relevant offers, experiences and donations to causes. Customers will…
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7 JuneOnline & Digital
Amazon Small Business Accelerator launches exporting bootcamps
Amazon has announced the first two exporting events in a series with the Department for International Trade providing startups, and small and medium-sized businesses with free advice to help them sell their products globally on Amazonโs stores and beyond. The events are part of Amazon Small Business Accelerator, a support…
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4 JuneClothing & Shoes
CVC acquires co-control of BAPE
Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners has acquired co-control of the Japanese fashion brand, A Bathing Ape (BAPE), for an undisclosed sum. The investment follows BAPEโs privatisation of IT Limited by Brooklyn Investment, which is owned by CVC and the founder group of IT, on 30 April 2021. Through the…
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2 JuneClothing & Shoes
Etsy to acquire Depop for over $1.6bn
Etsy, the two-sided online marketplace operator, has announced its acquisition of the community-led fashion resale marketplace Depop for $1.625bn (ยฃ1.15bn). The deal, which is expected to be completed in Q3 FY21, will see Depop continue to be headquartered in London and run by its existing leadership team as a standalone…
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2 JuneClothing & Shoes
Moncler appoints new chief brand officer
Moncler has announced that Gino Fisanotti has been appointed to the newly created position of chief brand officer, with effect from 7 June 2021. Fisanotti will report directly to Remo Ruffini, chairman and CEO of the group, and will also join the strategic committee as strategic director while Roberto Eggs…
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