Sustainability
This coverage examines sustainability initiatives and challenges within the UK retail sector. Reporting highlights environmental strategies, supply chain improvements, energy efficiency, packaging innovation, and leadership commitments aimed at reducing impact and meeting regulatory expectations. Tailored for executives and managers, it provides insights to support sustainable decision-making and long-term planning.
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Jun- 2025 -19 JuneSupermarkets
Co-op secures £350m sustainability-linked loan from six banks
Co-op has secured a £350m loan facility from a syndicate of six major banks, in a deal that ties borrowing rates to environmental and social impact targets. The lenders include HSBC UK, Barclays, ING, Lloyds, NatWest and Rabobank, a Dutch co-operative bank. NatWest acted as facility agent and mandated lead…
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18 JuneComment
Why are retail sites installing EV chargers?
Why are EV Charge Point Operators taking such an interest in retail sites? The number of EVs on the road is expanding rapidly, however, there is a high demand for reliable charging infrastructure. Retail sites are the perfect locations for EV charging facilities since they have car park space and…
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12 JuneElectrical
Currys doubles reward for its Cash for Trash recycling scheme
Currys has doubled the reward in its Cash for Trash recycling scheme in a bid to encourage more customers to recycle unwanted electronic items. Until 8 July, anyone dropping off old electricals at a Currys store in the UK will receive a £10 voucher for a minimum spend of £50…
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11 JuneClothing & Shoes
Zara owner Inditex sees sales slow in Q1
Zara owner Inditex has reported slower than expected sales growth in Q1, with sales up by 4.2% to €8.3bn (£7.06bn), down from the 7.1% rise seen last year, and falling short of analyst expectations of 5.3% growth. Over the period, profit before tax was flat at €1.7bn (£1.45bn), though gross…
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5 JuneClothing & Shoes
Weird Fish revenues and profits surge
British lifestyle clothing and accessories brand Weird Fish has reported “record” results for the year ending 31st December 2024, as its revenues increased 11.4% to £42.6m, and EBITDA increased 110% to £5.38m. The group’s gross profit was also up 27% to £27m as the business focused on physical expansion and…
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4 JuneClothing & Shoes
Nike appoints Michael Gonda as executive VP and CCO
Nike has announced that it has appointed Michael Gonda executive vice president and chief communications officer of Nike, effective 7 July, 2025. In this role, Gonda will lead the global communications organisation, overseeing all facets of the communications strategy, including storytelling, corporate and brand reputation, issues management, and employee engagement.…
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2 JuneFeatures
Is kidswear holding fashion retailers back?
Children’s apparel rarely commands the spotlight in retail reporting – but when it underperforms, the drag is felt quietly across the balance sheet. In its latest financial results, Adena Brands – owner of Monsoon and Accessorize – reported a £7.5m pre-tax loss and an 11% decline in group sales. The…
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May- 2025 -29 MayClothing & Shoes
Dr. Martens appoints Adidas VP as chief brand officer
Footwear brand Dr. Martens has appointed Carla Murphy as the company’s new chief brand officer (CBO) to lead the company’s global brand organisation. Murphy will assume her new role at Dr. Martens on 1 July 2025 and will be based in London. In her new role, she will be responsible…
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23 MayNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief-23/5/25
Tesco UK CEO Matthew Barnes has stepped down after just one year in the role to pursue other opportunities. He will be replaced by Ashwin Prasad, Tesco’s current chief commercial officer, from 30 June. Prasad brings extensive retail experience, having been part of Tesco’s executive team since 2020. Meanwhile, Natasha…
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23 MaySupermarkets
Co-op to roll-out smart electronic shelf labels
The Co-operative Group (‘Co-op’) has partnered with VusionGroup to replace paper shelf edge labels in store with electronic shelf edge labels, across its store estate. The convenience retailer is working with VusionGroup to roll-out the innovative technology across its near 2,400 stores. It said the electronic labels will offer enhanced clear, accurate and transparent product…
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