Mothercare

Is kidswear holding fashion retailers back?

Children’s apparel rarely commands the spotlight in retail reporting – but when it underperforms, the drag is felt quietly across…

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Today’s news in brief-8/5/25

Next has increased its full-year profit guidance to £1.08bn, up £14m, following an 11.4% rise in Q1 full-price sales, outperforming…

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Mothercare retail sales fall 18% in FY25

Mothercare, the specialist global brand for parents and young children, has reported an 18% decline in its worldwide retail sales…

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Mothercare slips to £1.4m HY loss

Mothercare has reported a pre-tax loss of £1.4m for the 26-week period to 28 September 2024. Its sales also dropped…

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Today’s news in brief-18/10/24

Boohoo’s CEO, John Lyttle, is stepping down after five years, as the company embarks on a strategic review and secures…

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Mothercare secures refinancing deal amid Asia expansion plans

Mothercare has agreed a deal that will see it refinance its existing debt facilities with investment firm Gordon Brothers, whilst…

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Former Mothercare boss among The Body Shop bidders

Several private equity giants are reportedly eyeing a rescue bid for The Body Shop’s high street business, The Telegraph has…

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Today’s news in brief-10/5/24

The UK economy has emerged from recession with a growth of 0.6% in the first quarter of 2024, surpassing economist…

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Mothercare enters refinancing talks amid sales decline

Mothercare is exploring its refinancing options after sales fell by 13% to £281m in the year ended 30 March 2024,…

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AIS names interim director of fashion, toys and sport

Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has announced the appointment of Devlin Lindeque as its interim director of fashion, toys and sports.  …

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