Puma
This coverage explores Puma’s strategy, performance, and presence within the UK retail and sportswear markets. Reporting focuses on store operations, wholesale and e-commerce initiatives, marketing campaigns, collaborations, and executive decisions shaping the brand. Tailored for retail professionals, brand managers, and buyers, the content offers insight into how Puma competes and evolves in a dynamic and competitive sector.
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Oct- 2024 -9 OctoberComment
Jack Newman: From Jack Wills to Cegid, Optimising Retail Operations
Jack Newman, Head of Onboarding Customer Success at Cegid, has had a career deeply rooted in retail. His journey from a 16-year-old sales assistant to a leader in retail operations is one of growth, mentorship, and a passion for improving efficiency in the fast-paced world of retail. In this feature,…
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Aug- 2024 -7 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief-7/8/24
Chris Brook-Carter, CEO of Retail Trust, highlighted an increase in calls from retail workers fearing for their safety amidst recent rioting in England and Northern Ireland. Several retail stores, including Shoe Zone and Sainsbury’s Local, were targeted by rioters. The British Retail Consortium is responding with a meeting today to…
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7 AugustSport & Leisure
Puma Q2 performance meets expectations
Puma has revealed its Q2 performance met expectations as sales increased 2.1% to €2.11bn (£1.8bn) thanks to improved demand in the Americas. Sales in the Americas region increased by 9% to €887.5m (£762.3m), with both the US and LATAM contributing to the growth and showing a sequential improvement. The Asia/Pacific…
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Jul- 2024 -26 JulyOnline & Digital
Boohoo launches new marketplace Boohoo Brands
Boohoo has announced the launch of its new marketplace, Boohoo Brands, as it aims to become “a one-stop destination for all fashion, beauty, and lifestyle needs”. The brand has already onboarded 200 labels, including accessories from Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Gucci and Valentino, clothing from Off White and Urban Bliss, footwear…
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Jun- 2024 -4 JuneClothing & Shoes
WIT Fitness to relaunch with founders amid Frasers partnership
WIT Fitness is set to relaunch with its original founders, having been acquired by Frasers Group in January 2024.Following the acquisition, founders Sam Kitching and Daniel Williams will lead WIT in partnership with Frasers Group. Frasers said the return of the founders will “help restore the WIT brand and reconnect…
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May- 2024 -16 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-16/5/24
Natura and Co is considering separating from Avon after experiencing a significant increase in losses during the first quarter. The group’s net loss rose by 43.3% to BRL934.9m (£143.6m), compared to BRL652m (£100m) the previous year, while sales declined by 5.7% to BRL6.1bn (£937m). Avon International’s sales fell by 13.1%…
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16 MayPeople Moves
Zalando appoints Nina Graf-Vlachy as new GM for Sports
Zalando has appointed Nina Graf-Vlachy as the new general manager for Sports, effective August 2024. The role is newly created to enable an even “stronger and more holistic approach” to the Sports category. In her new role, Graf-Vlachy will be reporting to Martin Rost, senior vice president Customer Propositions at…
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8 MayNews
Today’s news in brief-8/5/24
Boohoo posted widened losses of £159.9m for the full year due to challenging market conditions and a strategic focus on profitability. Despite a 17% decline in revenues, the group saw improvements in core brand performance and growth within the Debenhams marketplace. Boohoo remains committed to leveraging efficiencies and driving profitability…
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8 MaySport & Leisure
Puma Q1 performance meets expectations
Sportswear giant Puma has revealed its Q1 performance has fully met expectations with currency-adjusted sales increasing by 0.5% to €2.1bn (£1.8bn). Puma said the sales performance comes amid a strong quarter in the previous year (Q1 2023 grew +14.4% ca and reported), and that currencies have continued to be a…
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Apr- 2024 -22 AprilNews
Gloucester Quays footfall rises 7% in FY24
Gloucester Quays has revealed a record period of sales and footfall performance up 11% and 7% respectively. The outlet is also celebrating its 15th anniversary, going from a new destination in the South West when it launched in 2009, to establishing itself as the dominant retail and leisure hub in…
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