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Retail Voice
Consumers at Christmas: The three types of festive experience in 2024
UK households are going to experience three distinct Christmases this festive period – Mail Metro Media’s insight director Luke Hand is here to explain just what that means for consumers and retailers
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Gallery
Lego’s latest ‘hands-on play’ store in Bristol
Lego has unveiled its latest store at Cribbs shopping centre in Bristol, which it says will be a top destination for new product launches and events.
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News
Gymshark to open first permanent store outside the UK in Dubai
Solihull-based gym and fitness retailer Gymshark is set to open its first permanent store outside the UK in Dubai as it looks to take the brand global.
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Analysis
How Boots, B&Q, Next and John Lewis are leading the retail generative AI revolution
Few technological advancements in recent years have generated more news coverage than the advent of generative AI. For all the science-fiction headlines, though, several big retail names are already leading the way when it comes to adoption
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News
Seasalt becomes latest fashion retailer to gain B Corp status
Cornish fashion retailer Seasalt has become the latest fashion retailer to earn B Corp certification in recognition of its “founding values and ongoing progressive approach to doing business”.
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Currys boss has called for VAT on refurbished electricals to be cut
The chief executive of Currys, Alex Baldock, has said the government should cut or reduce the VAT on refurbished electricals to keep electronics out of landfill.
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Mango names new ecommerce boss as it launches in 12 new markets
Fashion retailer Mango has named Marlies Hersbach as its new ecommerce executive director as it gears up to launch in 12 new markets.
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News
Mountain Warehouse snaps up US sports brand in $10m rescue deal
Outdoor specialist retailer Mountain Warehouse has bought US-based Eastern Mountain Sports (EMS) in a $10m (£7.6m) rescue deal.
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News
Retail sector forecast to have a bumper golden quarter
For the first time since 2021, retail is forecast to enjoy a bumper golden quarter as consumers show renewed confidence in the UK economy.
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News
M&S to trial grab-and-go coffee shops as it takes on rivals like Pret
Marks & Spencer is set to trial more grab-and-go food and drink options in its cafe as it looks to win lunchtime customers from rivals like Pret a Manger, The Telegraph has reported.
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News
Iceland chair calls for change to ‘stupid’ retail crime laws
Iceland chair Richard Walker has called on the government to change “stupid” laws that prohibit retailers from sharing CCTV footage of shoplifters online, The Times has reported.
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Retail Voice
How the Midcounties Co-operative is creating sustainable stores
Stores are retailers’ most critical assets, yet they often contribute significantly to energy consumption. For energy and sustainability teams in retail, reducing energy consumption requires understanding what drives it, as Ian Smithyman of LoweConex explains
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News
Birkenstock has reported a record quarter thanks to demand for ‘ugly’ clogs
German footwear retailer Birkenstock has reported a record third quarter thanks to increased demand across all regions.
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Gallery
Primark opens new US store dedicated to Disney
Fashion giant Primark has opened its newest store in Orlando, Florida, in partnership with The Walt Disney Company.
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News
Lululemon revenue and profits increase driven by boost in international sales
Lululemon has reported an increase in revenue and profit as international sales sprint ahead compared with sales in North America.
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News
HMV has seen a ‘huge boost’ in sales thanks to Oasis reunion
HMV has recorded a “huge boost in sales” this week, mainly due to British band Oasis deciding to reunite after 15 years.
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News
Dobbies likely to seek rent cuts as restructuring advisers drafted in
Garden centre group Dobbies is working on restructuring proposals that may lead to store closures and rent reductions.
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Analysis
United Legwear & Apparel Co: Who is Ted Baker’s new UK and European operator?
Yesterday marked the end of a turbulent period for Ted Baker, since it collapsed into administration in March this year, with global manufacturer and distributor United Legwear & Apparel Co (ULAC) coming to its rescue. Retail Week takes a look at the brand’s new UK and European ecommerce operator, its history and what the future of Ted Baker might look like under the new partnership.
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News
Vinted is offering a dedicated electronics category for the first time
Secondhand marketplace Vinted has launched a new electronics category on its app, adding to its main category of preloved fashion, Retail Week can reveal.
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News
Tesco faces prospect of strike action as staff reject pay offer
Tesco is bracing for possible strike action across its distribution network after warehouse workers at eight sites rejected a pay offer.