Spain
This coverage explores UK retailers’ activities and strategies in the Spanish market, focusing on store openings, partnerships, consumer trends, and market expansion efforts. Reporting examines how businesses adapt operations to Spain’s retail environment — providing insight for executives, managers, and professionals managing international growth and cross-border retail strategies.
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Nov- 2024 -29 NovemberFeatures
The tricks and tips behind successful retail email marketing
When Jim Rudall, Head of EMEA at Intuit Mailchimp, reflects on his career, it is clear he has navigated an eclectic journey. From aspiring musician to tech innovator, Rudall’s story is a masterclass in adaptability and leadership. At the heart of his current mission is a drive to harness cutting-edge…
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27 NovemberSport & Leisure
JD Sports acquires Courir in €520m deal
JD Sports has completed its acquisition of French sneaker retailer Group Courir for €520m (£433m), which will be paid through a combination of existing cash and a drawdown on the group’s revolving credit facility. The acquisition, which was first announced on 9 May 2023, follows receipt of conditional clearance from…
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26 NovemberAdvice
Reinventing loyalty: Josh Graham’s vision for mobile-driven retail
Josh Graham, co-founder and chief marketing officer of Airtime Rewards, reflects on a journey that began in the aisles of an independent menswear store and now sees him at the forefront of mobile-driven retail innovation. With nearly a decade of Airtime Rewards behind him, Graham is helping redefine how retailers…
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26 NovemberM&A
Secret Sales expands European presence with Afound acquisition
Secret Sales, the marketplace for off-price retail in fashion, sportswear and beauty, has acquired H&M Group’s digital fashion outlet, Afound. The company said the move solidifies its position in European off-price retail, establishing operations across 10 countries including Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Germany, The Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland, Spain and the…
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5 NovemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-5/11/24
Primark’s profits surged by 51% to £1.1bn in FY24, as its parent company, Associated British Foods, credited a significant rise in profitability and returns amid ongoing investment efforts. Total group sales grew by 6% to £9.4bn, despite summer fashion sales being dampened by poor weather in H2. Notably, Primark reported…
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5 NovemberClothing & Shoes
Primark profits rise by 51% to £1.1bn in FY24
Primark has seen its operating profits soar by 51% to £1.1bn in the year ended 14 September 2024, as the group hailed a “substantial” improvement in profitability and strong returns amid ongoing investment. Associated British Foods reported that sales for the group rose by 6% to £9.4bn over the year,…
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1 NovemberComment
From side hustle to global costume leader – The story of Fraser Smeaton’s costume empire
In 2009, Fraser Smeaton, CEO and co-founder of MorphCostumes, saw an unusual potential in what seemed like an ordinary moment. While walking the streets of Dublin with a friend sporting a bright blue spandex suit, he noticed that people couldn’t help but stop and stare, with many even approaching to…
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Oct- 2024 -25 OctoberNews
Strathberry relocates store to Covent Garden
Strathberry, the Edinburgh-based brand specialising in luxury leather goods, has relocated its store within Covent Garden’s historic Market Building. Capitalising on the success of its debut store, Strathberry has doubled the size of its Covent Garden Market Building boutique. The upsized unit, measuring 1,200 sq ft, will enable the brand…
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Sep- 2024 -5 September
Today’s news in brief-5/9/24
Asos has sold a majority stake in Topshop and Topman to Heartland, a move valued at £135m. Heartland, owned by Bestseller, will acquire a 75% stake while Asos retains 25%. The deal includes rights for Asos to continue marketing the brands online under a new joint venture, aiming to streamline…
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5 SeptemberClothing & Shoes
Primark UK sales drop amid weak footfall and bad weather
Primark’s parent company, Associated British Foods (ABF), expects like-for-like sales for Primark UK to fall by around 2% in the second half of the year, with total sales to be around 0.5% lower. This follows a like-for-like decline of 0.6% in the third quarter, which is projected to drop further…
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