Supply Chain
This coverage examines supply chain strategy and performance within the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights logistics innovation, inventory management, sourcing practices, supplier relations, technology adoption, and responses to disruption. Focused on efficiency, resilience, and commercial impact, it provides insights for retail executives and managers optimising operations and ensuring continuity.
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Jun- 2025 -9 JuneClothing & Shoes
River Island owners prepare rescue plan amid tough market conditions
High street fashion brand River Island has reportedly appointed advisers from PwC to draft a restructuring plan amid tough trading conditions, which could result in store closures and job losses, according to Sky News. Sources revealed to the outlet that although no definitive decisions have been made about the company’s…
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May- 2025 -29 MayClothing & Shoes
Shein shifts focus to Hong Kong listing after London IPO stalls
Shein is reportedly pivoting towards a listing in Hong Kong after a proposed IPO in London hit a roadblock from Chinese regulators, sources have told Reuters. The retailer is said to be looking to file a draft prospectus with Hong Kong’s stock exchange in the coming weeks, with plans to…
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16 MayComment
The most sought-after jobs in British retail in 2025
By 2025, the British retail landscape is a mysterious blend of shuttered doors, mass sackings, and a thriving ecosystem of creativity and new career opportunities which can be home-grown. While the closure of thousands of stores and the whole transformation of the high streets made it look like the retail…
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12 MayFeatures
Supermarket chains are betting big on small stores
Asda plans to open 25 new convenience stores between June and December, having only opened 12 last year. As part of its latest turnaround strategy, the retailer is moving faster, cutting deeper, and getting closer to where people live. It looks like other retailers are doing the same. Tesco, Waitrose…
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8 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-8/5/25
Next has increased its full-year profit guidance to £1.08bn, up £14m, following an 11.4% rise in Q1 full-price sales, outperforming its 6.5% forecast. The retailer attributed the £55m sales boost to warmer spring weather but cautioned that some demand may have been pulled forward from Q2. While retail sales surged,…
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7 MayFeatures
Retailers at risk: how cyber threats are shaping the future of commerce
In recent weeks two major UK retailers – Marks and Spencer and Co-op – have fallen victim to high-profile cyber attacks that sent ripples through the entire retail sector. These breaches were a stark reminder that no company, no matter how established or trusted, is immune from cyber threats. As…
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7 MayLuxury Goods
Hugo Boss holds guidance despite 2% fall in Q1 sales to €999m
Hugo Boss is maintaining its sales outlook for the year, despite having reported that sales fell by 2% to €999m (£850m) during the first quarter of 2025. Q1 sales dipped by 1% in both EMEA and the Americas. In the Asia Pacific region, sales dropped by 8% due to persistently…
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2 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-2/5/25
Apple reported a 5% year-on-year revenue increase to $95.4bn in Q2 2025, surpassing analyst expectations. Earnings per share rose 8% to $1.65, driven by strong iPhone sales ($46.8bn), Mac computers ($7.9bn), and iPads ($6.4bn). CEO Tim Cook highlighted double-digit growth in services and Apple’s 60% reduction in carbon emissions over…
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2 MayClothing & Shoes
Shein considers US restructure as tariffs derail London IPO
Shein is reportedly exploring ways to restructure its US business in an attempt to get around the US tariffs on China, putting its London IPO in question, according to reports from the Financial Times. The fast-fashion company’s US business will come under heavy strain when a tax exemption known as…
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Apr- 2025 -29 AprilNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-29/4/25
Primark reported a 1% rise in sales to £4.47bn in the first half of the year, with adjusted operating profit up 8% to £540m. However, UK and Ireland sales fell by 4% due to cautious consumer spending and mild autumn weather affecting seasonal purchases. The retailer’s market share in the…
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