General Merchandise
Read our latest news on the general merchandise retail industry. Includes articles and commentary covering retailers in the UK such as Pets at Home, Amazon and more.
John Lewis opens online Christmas shop after early search surge
Halfords raises profit forecast to £55m to £65m after strong summer trading
Halfords has upgraded its profit forecast after a strong summer and continued outperformance in its business in recent months. The motoring and cycling retailer now expects…
Poundstretcher launches “Love the Brands, Love the Price” campaign
Poundstretcher has launched a new campaign focused on value after opening 15 new stores in the past three months and creating 150 jobs. Its “Love the…
Miniso to open new store in York on 28 August
Miniso is to open a new store in York this month as it looks to benefit from the city’s status as a major tourist destination. The…
People in Retail Awards 2026: tickets in high demand ahead of September gala
With less than a month to go, the Retail Bulletin team can’t wait for this year’s People in Retail Awards (PiRA) party on 24 September, which…
Retail leaders to discuss workforce costs and efficiency
Workforce costs are rising, margins are being squeezed and retailers are under increasing pressure to plan, staff and operate more efficiently. And all while maintaining a…
CDS Superstores opens multi-brand home and garden hub in a Morrisons store in London
A new partnership has seen CDS Superstores, the owner of The Range, Wilko and Homebase, launch a multi-brand hub in a Morrisons store in London’s Palmers…
Consumer confidence hits two-year high in August as retail sales dip in July
Consumer confidence has risen in August to reach its highest level in two years as people feel more optimistic about making major purchases. GfK’s Consumer Confidence…
Mamas & Papas refinances after ‘record’ year as revenue hits £170m
Mamas & Papas has completed a refinancing as it looks ahead to the next phase of its growth strategy. The nursey brand said the deal strengthens…
Poundland reports positive EBITDA as it prepares to open first new store in two years
Poundland has reported “positive EBITDA” for the first nine months of its financial year as it prepares to open it first new store in two years.…
