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NewseBay’s Depop acquisition under review by competition watchdog
The CMA has begun a merger inquiry into the anticipated acquisition of second-hand platform Depop by eBay.
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NewsPhase Eight owner confirms store closures
The owner of Phase Eight has confirmed the fashion brand will shutter more than 100 locations globally in an attempt to right-size the business.
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Chart of the WeekChart of the Week: Sunny weather boosts online shopping?
The new BRC numbers suggest retail sales grew faster than inflation in May, with year-on-year growth in non-food online sales hitting its highest rate since December, 2024
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NewsHeatwave drives jump in retail sales in May
The twin bank holidays and a heatwave helped drive a jump in retail sales during May, according to the latest BRC-KPMG retail sales monitor.
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NewsSephora to open four new UK stores this year
Sephora has confirmed plans to open four new stores this summer as part of the brand’s broader retail strategy to open in “all corners of the UK”.
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NewsMarks & Spencer names partner in Asian franchise deal
Marks & Spencer is expanding its international business after striking a new franchise deal for the Philippines.
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NewsRiver Island mulls store expansion after return to profit
River Island has revealed it is actively reviewing opportunities to expand its store estate in the UK and Ireland following its return to profit.
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NewsTopshop.com relaunches in Ireland
Topshop has launched a standalone website in Ireland, giving customers a direct way to shop the fashion brand’s full collection.
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AnalysisHow Zara's Bond Street flagship is redefining the store experience for middle market fashion
Zara unveiled its newly transformed Bond Street flagship this week in a move that signals a shift in the retail experience provided by middle-market fashion brands.
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InterviewQ&A: Amazon European Stores vice president on the new innovations shaping its grocery offering
As part of Amazon’s Delivering the Future event at its LCY3 fulfilment centre in Dartford, Kent, many announcements were made for the UK and Europe.