DEPARTMENT STORES
John Lewis sales down 4% last week
Debenhams issues statement to reassure investors
Debenhams has said it expects its full year pre-tax profit before exceptional items to come in at around £33 million.
Debenhams calls in KPMG to consider future options
Debenhams has hired advisers from KPMG to look at options for the future of the business, according to reports.
Fenwick cuts over 400 jobs
Fenwick has cut 408 jobs at its department stores in England as it looks to modernise in the face of declining profit and sales.
John Lewis sales up 4.5% last week
John Lewis saw its total sales increase by 4.5% year-on-year last week after the retailer performed well over the bank holiday and benefited from new seasonal launches.
Harvey Nichols rebrands as Holly Nichols for September
Department store Harvey Nichols has temporarily rebranded itself as Holly Nichols to mark the refurbishment of its first floor and the launch of a September campaign celebrating women.
Debenhams unveils new brand identity
Department store chain Debenhams has launched a new brand identity following a series of store modernisations.
Marks & Spencer appoints new director of M&S Bank
Marks & Spencer has appointed Kirsty Ward to the new position of director of M&S Bank and Services.
John Lewis sales up 1.7% last week
John Lewis saw its department store sales rise by 1.7% year-on-year last week.
Details emerge on House of Fraser store rescue plans
Details are beginning to emerge on Sports Direct’s rescue plans for House of Fraser of stores.
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