Primark
This coverage explores Primark’s strategy and performance in the UK retail sector, focusing on store operations, product assortment, pricing, marketing campaigns, sustainability initiatives, and leadership decisions. Reporting highlights how Primark balances value positioning with volume growth and operational efficiency — offering insight for executives, managers, and professionals in fast‑fashion and large‑format retail.
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May- 2024 -29 MayClothing & Shoes
Primark enters 17th market with new Budapest store
Primark has officially entered its 17th market with the opening of a store in Hungary’s capital Budapest. The move comes after the fashion retailer invested more than €8m (£6.8m) as part of its growth plans in Central and Eastern Europe. Primark’s Budapest store, which spans over 33,900 sq ft of…
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10 MayClothing & Shoes
Footasylum to upsize location at Metrocentre
Footasylum is upsizing its location at the top five super regional malls Metrocentre. The retailer is set to increase its presence by 25%, taking a 12,375 sq ft unit enabling it to stock a larger range of streetwear, sportswear, and footwear for men, women, and kids. This relocation and notable…
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9 MayClothing & Shoes
Primark to join the Ashley Centre
Multinational fashion retailer Primark is set to join the Ashley Centre, Epsom’s premier shopping destination. This coincides with the centre undergoing its £7m refurbishment, which is set to see significant upgrades to the scheme, including a refreshed interior and a new external entrance. Primark will occupy 44,000 sq ft in…
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Apr- 2024 -24 AprilHigh Street
Primark appoints three to advisory board
Primark has appointed Martin Brok, Sona Chawla and Christophe Roussel to its advisory board, according to sources. The trio will work alongside Paul Marchant, Primark CEO and outgoing finance director John Bason. The news follows Associated British Foods announcement of Bason’s departure and the launch of a “newly constituted” strategic…
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23 AprilNews
Today’s news in brief-23/4/24
UK’s grocery regulator is closely monitoring Tesco’s imposition of online supplier fees akin to Amazon. The Grocery Code Adjudicator initiated assurance processes after Tesco’s move to charge extra for online sales last year. Tesco claims rising online operation costs prompted the fee, starting at 12p per branded item and 5p…
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23 AprilHigh Street
Primark launches click and collect amid soaring profits
Primark has revealed that it is launching a new click and collect service to all of its British stores by the end of 2025. It comes as its parent company Associated British Foods (ABF) saw its pre-tax profit jump 37% to £881m for the 24 weeks ended 2 March 2024.…
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16 AprilClothing & Shoes
Primark lowers prices on hundreds of kidswear items
Primark is lowering prices on hundreds of its essential kids clothing and accessories as the retailer reaffirms its commitment to keeping prices low on kidswear. The move applies to the price points of selected summer essentials and aims to help families make their money go further as they start planning…
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Mar- 2024 -19 MarchNews
Today’s news in brief-19/3/24
Castore has secured the Umbro Pro Team Sports licence. This strategic move positions Castore as an exclusive marketer of Umbro products in several European countries, including the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands. Through this partnership, Castore aims to capitalise on Umbro’s heritage and authenticity in football culture, targeting a new…
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19 MarchHigh Street
Primark trials ‘sold’ stickers as anti-theft deterrent
Primark UK has started trialling a new anti-theft measure, which sees checkout staff at some of the fashion retailer’s branches seal up paper carrier bags with blue “sold” stickers. This measure means that any customers carrying bags without the stickers will be stopped at the door by store security guards. …
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11 MarchNews
Matalan unveils five new senior leadership appointments
Matalan, the fashion and homeware omnichannel value retailer, has announced the appointment of five new leaders as it continues its business transformation. The retailer has appointed a new director of online, David Seeby, to drive forward its e-commerce offer, harnessing new technology to build a best-in-class omnichannel experience for Matalan’s…
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