All General merchandise articles – Page 12
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NewsTK Maxx owner TJX raises profit outlook after sales rise
TJX, the US-based value retailer and parent company of TK Maxx, has raised its profit outlook as it reports a lift in sales.
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InterviewQ&A: James Hart – founder of Kidly and Asos’ first employee
We spoke to Asos’ first employee James Hart about why he left and struck out alone to create the Asos of kidswear
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NewsInflation drives retail sales rise in April as volumes fall
Retail sales rose by value in April, but volumes fell across the board.
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GalleryStore gallery: Exclusive look at Liverpool’s ‘one of a kind’ Eurovision shop
The official Eurovision Song Contest pop-up store has opened at the Liverpool One shopping centre ahead of the city hosting the event from May 9.
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NewsCard Factory targets Middle East and Africa as it looks to go global
Card Factory is looking to expand in seven international markets and has announced its partnership with Middle East-based Liwa Trading Enterprises, which will act as its exclusive franchise partner in the region.
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NewsCard Factory acquires SA Greetings as it plans expansion into South Africa
Card Factory has acquired the South African greetings cards and gift packaging wholesaler SA Greetings as it looks to expand into overseas markets.
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NewsExclusive: Canadian travel brand Monos exploring London location
Canadian travel and lifestyle brand Monos is among several international retailers eyeing expansion into London, Retail Week can reveal.
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Opinion‘Shoppers are unlikely to feel giddy with delight when inflation falls to “only” 9%’
A fall in the rate of inflation this week proved more insipid than had been hoped for, but had it been bigger there would hardly have been cause for breaking out the champagne.
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NewsCarl Cowling banks on bumper summer to keep WHSmith travelling in right direction
WHSmith chief executive Carl Cowling has said the retailer is positioning its travel brand as a “one-stop shop for travel essentials” after reporting a surge in profit and revenue.
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NewsWatch: Pets at Home unveils rebrand and ad campaign
Pets at Home has debuted a new look and fresh advertising campaign that “brings together all elements of its business”.
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NewsPoundland owner’s sales climb as it navigates ‘challenging environment’
Poundland parent Pepco has reported a rise in second-quarter sales as it successfully steers its way through a “challenging environment”.
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NewsWHSmith profits and revenues soar as travel division powers growth
WHSmith has posted a surge in profits and revenue in its first half as “strong momentum” continued across its UK and international travel business.
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NewsMamas & Papas teams up with Laura Ashley for new range
Mamas & Papas has teamed up with Laura Ashley to launch a range of children’s prams, homeware and baby apparel.
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NewsExclusive: B&M pulls the plug on ecommerce home deliveries
B&M has abandoned online home delivery after a trial period had previously been available to customers on its website.
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NewsKidly turns to the crowd to raise cash for own-label range
Kidly has launched a crowdfunding campaign to invest in its own-brand range.
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NewsBattersea Power Station records 5 million visitors
London’s newest shopping destination, Battersea Power Station, has welcomed more than 5 million visitors since opening its doors to the public six months ago.
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AnalysisStrategy spotlight: How Flying Tiger Copenhagen is succeeding despite cost-of-living crisis
Despite operating in an extremely discretionary market during an unprecedented cost-of-living crisis, specialist retailer Flying Tiger Copenhagen continues to succeed. What makes it stand out from the field, and what’s next for the Danish brand?
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NewsThe Original Factory Shop owner on the hunt for new buyers
The owner of The Original Factory Shop has kicked off a sale process after more than 15 years as the discount retailer’s owner.
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GalleryStore gallery: WHSmith opens Curi.o.city stores at London Gatwick Airport
WHSmith has unveiled its first two concept stores under its new Curi.o.city brand at London Gatwick Airport.
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NewsMoonpig praises ‘resilient performance’ as profits remain flat
Greeting card and gifting retailer Moonpig has reported a “resilient performance” for the second half of the year to date, as profits remained flat.
