Pandemic

Bira launches new online marketplace Neartoo

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has announced the launch of it’s new online marketplace Neartoo. Neartoo aims to provide…

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Retail sales return to growth in October

October Retail sales volumes rose by 0.8%, according to the latest data by the Office of National Statistics (ONS). Non-food…

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Lidl becomes UK’s highest paying supermarket

Lidl GB has announced plans for its biggest ever investment into colleague wages, making it the highest paying supermarket in…

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Thai company eyes Selfridges buyout

Central Group, a Thai-based company which owns Rinascente, the Italian department store, is reportedly considering entering a multi-billion pound takeover…

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B&M revenues hit £2.2bn despite ‘challenges’

B&M has revealed group revenues increased by 1.2% to £2.26bn – and up 26.8% on a two-year basis – during…

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The Works sales remain strong despite supply chain woes

The Works has remained optimistic about its full-year results despite warning of ongoing supply chain issues and higher costs in…

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WH Smith to return to profit as travel rebounds

WH Smith has welcomed a strong start to its financial year, assuring investors it is set to return to profit…

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UK recovery slows to 1.3% in Q3

UK economic growth slowed to 1.3% in Q3, down from 5.5% in the second quarter of the year. According to…

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Ted Baker sees H1 losses narrow to £25.3m

Ted Baker has revealed that its pre-tax losses have narrowed to £25.3m for the 28 weeks ended 14 August 2021…

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M&S returns to profitability in H1

M&S has announced it has returned to profitability for the first half of the year ending 2 October 2021. During…

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