Poundland
This coverage explores Poundland’s strategy and performance in the UK retail sector, focusing on store operations, product range development, pricing strategies, marketing campaigns, and leadership decisions. Reporting highlights how Poundland competes in the value retail segment, adapts to consumer demand, and manages operational challenges — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals in discount and general merchandise retail.
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Jul- 2025 -21 JulyHigh Street
Lakeland owner Hilco in race to acquire Claire’s
Hilco Capital, the high street investor behind Lakeland and a former backer of HMV and Superdry, is considering a takeover of Claire’s UK business, according to Sky News. Banking sources have told the outlet that Hilco Capital, who was a recent contender to acquire Poundland, is among the potential bidders…
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11 JulyHigh Street
Update: Poundland denies reports of stock shortages
Poundland has denied that it is facing issues to stock certain items following reports major suppliers like Proctor and Gamble and Nestle tightened their credit lines amid uncertainty over the retailer’s future. The retailer called the reports “false” and added that it is has received strong support from suppliers as…
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10 JulyHigh Street
Pepco Q3 revenues hit €1.1bn amid Poundland sale
Pepco has revealed that its revenues rose 7.7% to €1.1bn (£950m) for the third quarter ended 30 June 2025, a record for the company in Q3, excluding Poundland. The company completed a deal to sell the Poundland brand to Gordon Brothers for £1 on 12 June 2025. As a result…
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9 JulyFeatures
Can generalist retailers survive in today’s retail environment?
Last month B&M posted results which saw its profit-before-tax fall 13.2% to £431m, with the company’s UK revenues falling 3.1% as a result of inflation. While the headline figures may appear troubling, the company remains optimistic about its future especially as it is embarking on an expansion drive. The bigger…
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Jun- 2025 -17 JuneHigh Street
Poundland confirms plans to shutter 150 stores
Poundland has confirmed that up to 150 stores and two distribution centres are set to close under a new restructuring plan, subject to court approval. Following Poundland’s acquisition by Gordon Brothers last week, an initial 68 stores will close, and along with rent reduction plans, its estate will eventually fall…
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17 JuneHigh Street
Poundland to halt rent payments at hundreds of stores amid restructuring
Poundland will reportedly pause rent payments at hundreds of shops if a restructuring plan is approved by creditors later this summer, Sky News has reported. Poundland’s new owner, investment firm Gordon Brothers, which acquired the retailer last week, is proposing to halt all rent payments at ‘Category C’ shops across…
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12 JuneHigh Street
Poundland sold to Gordon Brothers for £1
Pepco Group has announced that it has sold Poundland to investment firm Gordon Brothers for £1. The deal will provide the discount retailer with £80m in financing to be used for restructuring and turnaround. The business will continue to operate under the Poundland brand in the United Kingdom and under…
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10 JuneFeatures
The nostalgia trend: Why do companies revive old brands?
A cultural institution in the 90s, defunct in the 00s and making a comeback in the 20s. MFI Furniture is set to relaunch on the British high street after owner Victorian Plumbing revealed plans to relaunch the brand in early 2026, promising a refresh without the frustrations of long online…
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3 JuneProperty
Northern Ireland’s Abbey Centre sold to new owner for £59m
Abbey Centre in Northern Ireland has been sold by NewRiver to The Herbert Group of Companies in an off market deal for £58.8m. The 320,000 sq ft shopping centre, located six miles north of Belfast City Centre in Newtownabbey, houses over 70 shops and has a “strong” convenience offer, together…
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May- 2025 -22 MayHigh Street
Poundland slashes guidance as H1 sales worsen
Pepco Group, the owner of Poundland, has slashed its full-year guidance for the discount chain as trading remained “challenging” in the first half of the year. Poundland is now expected to deliver underlying EBITDA of around €0m to €20m (£0 – £17m) in FY25, compared with previous guidance of €50m…
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