Insight: the rise of ‘squad shopping’
November 4, 2020 7:56 amNew research by online value retailer Studio has revealed that one in five UK shoppers have indulged in so called ‘squad shopping’ during the Covid-19 crisis... View Article
General Merchandise
Boxpark to charge no rent or service fees during second lockdown
November 4, 2020 7:00 amBoxpark has announced that it will not be charging tenants at its three London sites rent or service charges during the upcoming lockdown. It will also... View Article
Trust Issues: As we go back into lockdown the health of our people has never been more important
November 3, 2020 8:59 amGuest Comment: Chris Brook-Carter, CEO, retailTRUST Two weeks ago, retailTRUST held its very first digital wellbeing conference in support of our #forthefour campaign. Held over three... View Article
Waitrose and John Lewis prepare to unveil a Christmas campaign like no other
November 3, 2020 8:00 amThe John Lewis Partnership has said it will aim to create an “outpouring of kindness” to provide a lifeline for at least 100,000 struggling families as... View Article
Bargain Max expands reach to Ireland
November 3, 2020 6:57 amOnline discount toy retailer Bargain Max is expanding its reach to the Republic of Ireland by offering shipping to the country. Items will be delivered free... View Article
Very launches Christmas campaign
November 2, 2020 8:01 amVery.co.uk has launched a new Christmas campaign as part of its new brand platform, ‘Life is this Very moment’. Created by Grey London, the campaign features... View Article
Collectables arrives in Newcastle
October 30, 2020 7:18 amHome fragrance and gift retailer Collectables has opened a new store in Newcastle. Situated in the city centre in Monument Mall on Blackett Street, the shop... View Article
Hornby returns to profitability
October 29, 2020 8:03 amHobby products company Hornby has made a return to profitability in the first half of its financial year. In the six months to 30 September, revenue... View Article
Next upgrades full-year profit guidance
October 28, 2020 8:03 amNext has announced that its third quarter full price sales have been better than expected and increased by 2.8% compared to last year. Total sales, including... View Article
TJX appoints Kim Goodwin to its board
October 28, 2020 6:13 amTK Maxx owner, The TJX Companies, has appointed Kim Goodwin to its board. An experienced financial services professional, Goodwin has previously served as managing director and... View Article
