Pandemic

Starbucks to open 100 new stores as revenues increase 37%

Starbucks has announced plans to open 100 new stores in the UK after its revenues increased 37% to £449m for…

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Ted Baker owner considers Hunter Boot bid

Owner of Ted Baker and Reebok Authentic Brands Group (ABG) is reportedly weighing up a move to acquire Hunter Boot,…

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What tenants need to know as Covid rent arrears support ends

The Government’s support for commercial tenants with rent arrears from the pandemic has ended, giving landlords the opportunity to take…

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B&M announces store reshuffle

Discount retailer B&M has announced that it is closing a number of stores over the next few weeks not for…

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Pippa Wicks steps down as John Lewis director

Pippa Wicks, the executive director of John Lewis, has announced she is standing down from the group with immediate effect. …

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Ocado losses widen to £500m

Ocado Group has revealed its losses widened to £500m for the 52-week period ended 27 November 2022, as the online…

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Could stationery retailers be facing a future in concessions?

Stationery retailers have not had a brilliant start to the year, as shown by a succession of less-than-stellar financial results…

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Cath Kidston owner explores sale of business

The owner of the Cath Kidston is reportedly exploring a sale of the business only eight months after buying it.…

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Dunelm profits fall 17% despite sales increase

Home retailer Dunelm has announced a 17% fall in its pre tax profits to £117m, down from £141m, for the…

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Lush appoints new UK&I head of retail

Lush has announced the appointment of Kasey Swithenbank as the brand’s new head of retail for the UK and Ireland. …

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