Superdrug
This coverage examines Superdrug’s strategy, operations, and market performance within the UK retail sector. Reporting highlights store openings and refurbishments, digital initiatives, marketing campaigns, leadership moves, and financial results. Focused on providing insights for professionals analysing health and beauty retail, competitive positioning, and high street dynamics.
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Jan- 2025 -31 JanuaryNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-31/1/25
Homebase, the DIY retailer that collapsed into administration in November 2024, owes more than £650m to unsecured creditors, including suppliers AO World, Halfords, and The Hut. Administrator Teneo reported total unsecured claims of £657m, with £100m owed to trade creditors. Major debts include £2.9m to Close Brothers for till systems,…
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31 JanuaryHealth & Beauty
Superdrug appoints new property director
Superdrug has appointed Clare Jennings as its new property director, following the retirement of Nigel Duxbury. Jennings will take over from Duxbury on 2 May 2025 and will become the third female executive on the twelve board of directors at Superdrug, following the promotions of Amy Davies to people director…
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24 JanuaryFeatures
The rise of AI-driven cosmetics retail
The world of cosmetics retail is changing at an unprecedented pace. From the rise of AI-driven shopping experiences to the growing consumer demand for sustainability, brands must now navigate a dynamic and increasingly competitive landscape. Few professionals understand this better than Felicity Gain, business development manager for Smile Science Harley…
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Nov- 2024 -6 NovemberFeatures
How to prepare your store for the holiday season
Act early and hire extra staff As mentioned earlier, the holiday season tends to attract more people to stores and this can sometimes make the store management overwhelmed especially if they are understaffed. Hiring additional staff for the festive period can significantly ease the holiday rush for retail businesses. With…
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Oct- 2024 -30 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-30/10/24
Next is on track to surpass £1bn in profits for the first time, following a strong performance in autumn. The fashion retailer revised its full-year profit guidance from £995m to £1.005bn, citing a 7.6% increase in third-quarter full-price sales, exceeding its 5.0% projection. Colder autumn weather contrasted with last year’s…
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30 OctoberHealth & Beauty
Young care leavers to make up 5% of Superdrug’s workforce by 2030
Superdrug has pledged its support of young care leavers this National Care Leavers Week – 28 October to 3 November – as it announces its ambition for care experienced young people to make up 5% of its workforce by 2030. The health and beauty retailer will also give care leavers…
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15 OctoberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-15/10/24
Victorian Plumbing announced the closure of Victoria Plum due to a £2m loss since acquisition, aiming to complete operations by year-end. Despite this, Victorian Plumbing reported a 4% revenue increase in FY24, with strong consumer demand and enhanced market share. CEO Mark Radcliffe highlighted growth in own-brand sales and improved…
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15 OctoberHealth & Beauty
Superdrug launches Christmas recruitment drive
Superdrug has announced the launch of a recruitment drive across its stores nationwide as it gears up for trading during its golden retail quarter. The health and beauty retailer is looking to recruit an additional 1,000 sales assistants to support stores over the festive period, expecting busy shopping periods and…
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Jul- 2024 -23 JulyNews
Today’s news in brief-23/7/24
Tapi Carpets and Floors Limited has acquired the Carpetright brand and 54 stores following its collapse into administration. While over 300 jobs were saved, more than 1,500 employees face redundancy due to the challenging retail climate and recent cyber attack woes. Ikea plans to open 100 additional click-and-collect points at…
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23 JulyHealth & Beauty
Superdrug boss urges govt to reform business rates
Superdrug CEO Peter Macnab has called on the new Labour government to reform business rates in an interview with This is Money, after the King’s Speech last week (17 July) omitted the subject. Macnab, who believes change is essential for the creation of “vibrant” shopping hubs throughout the country, said…
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