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NewsTed Baker owner Authentic acquires Guess
Ted Baker owner Authentic Brands Group has acquired Guess for an undisclosed sum, making it the second-largest brand in the portfolio after Reebok.
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NewsAmazon reportedly set to axe thousands more corporate roles
Amazon is set to cut thousands more corporate roles as soon as next week, reports say.
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NewsLuxury label Vera Wang launches ready-to-wear line in Europe
Luxury bridal brand Vera Wang said it is entering a “new chapter” with the launch of its first ready-to-wear line for the UK and European markets.
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NewsDecember spending picks up despite weak Q4 performance
Retail sales volumes rose in December despite a quarterly decline.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland buys Texas retailer Deutsch & Deutsch
Watches of Switzerland has completed a US acquisition that will see it run four new showrooms in the country
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InterviewQ&A: Commerce VP of market strategy on scaling for efficient growth
With Commerce working with retailers such as New Balance, On Running, Muji, and Sports Shoes, Retail Week spoke to its VP of market strategy Al Williams to discuss how retailers can scale and grow, the increasing demand for agentic AI, and why retailers should be mobile-first.
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AnalysisBeyond points: How top brands are driving the experience-led loyalty revolution
The ongoing cost-of-living crisis and tax rises have driven an uptick in loyalty schemes for UK consumers. But, in an increasingly crowded market, what are the best tactics for retailers looking to stand out from the crowd?
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NewsPoundland posts earnings rise as turnaround strategy takes hold
Value retailer Poundland has posted an improved performance in its Christmas quarter as it enacted a recovery plan, Retail Week can reveal.
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InterviewInterview: Tom Joule on what’s coming next for the British lifestyle brand
Tom Joule is entering the new year with a pep in his step. His eponymous lifestyle brand – a favourite among the middle classes for its town wellies and preppy jumpers – is on track to turn its first profit since it collapsed into administration in 2022.
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NewsMorrisons launches online travel service to drive More Card membership
Supermarket giant Morrisons has launched a new online travel service in partnership with Expedia, with the aim of expanding its More Card membership programme.
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NewsWaterstones pledges continued investment as sales and profits surge
Bookseller Waterstones has pledged to continue to invest “in our teams, our shops and our infrastructure”, after reporting surging full-year profits and sales.
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Opinion‘Rising screentime concern presents retail opportunity for some’
A possible social media ban on under-16s is symptomatic of wider concerns about time spent online. A shift away from ‘peak screen’ may benefit some retailers, observes George MacDonald
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AnalysisWhat’s next for Russell & Bromley under new ownership?
Russell & Bromley was scooped up by high street giant Next this week, acquiring the specialist retailer’s brand and assets in a pre-pack deal.
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NewsB&M downgrades profit expectations again despite Christmas momentum
The value retailer said it now expected full-year group adjusted EBITDA for its 2026 financial year to be between £440m and £475m, down from a previous guidance of £470m to £520m.
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NewsThe Works losses narrow despite online capacity constraints
Losses at The Works narrowed and the retailer delivered ‘robust performance’ over Christmas, despite the ongoing online capacity constraints.
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NewsStrong revenue growth continues at Wickes
The home improvement retailer saw like-for-like revenues grow by 5.3% in the six months ending December 27, 2025, leaving it with full-year sales of £1.64bn
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NewsletterIntelligence Briefing: Inflation up! Consumer confidence up! Online shopping turn-offs!
The headline inflation numbers for December showed a disappointing tick up in the costs headline rate to 3.4% (vs 3.2% November), with +5.2% on alcohol and tobacco costs (vs 4% in Nov), along with higher transport costs driving the rise. Food price inflation also increased to 4.5%, up from 4.2% ...
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NewsBRC notes ‘hints of optimism’ as consumer confidence improves
The BRC has noted “hints of optimism” as consumer confidence improved for the second consecutive month.
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NewsMorrisons’ Baitiéh warns food inflation will ‘go up and up’ in 2026
Morrisons chief executive Rami Baitiéh has warned that he expects food inflation will “go up and up over the coming months”, but says the grocer is well-placed to combat rising prices.
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NewsTesco to trial new technology to curb rise in retail crime
Tesco is set to launch a trial of a new crime reporting platform next week, in a bid to deter shoplifters and keep colleagues and customers safe, Retail Week can reveal.