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NewsPoundstretcher owner Fortress mulls Poundland takeover
The owner of UK value brand Poundstretcher Fortress Investment Group is reportedly in early talks about acquiring Poundland from Gordon Brothers.
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NewsThe Works accused of swaying shareholder vote in fallout
The Works has been accused of attempting to sway a shareholder vote at its AGM by an activist investor.
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NewsDobbies back in the black as growth strategy kicks in
Garden centre group Dobbies has returned to profit in its latest financial year, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsThe Entertainer relaunches âsleeping giantâ Meccano brand
Employee owned toys specialist The Entertainer is to relaunch the iconic Meccano brand next week as it seeks to key into rising demand for construction toys, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsSwift conclusion sought to Poundland sale process
Any sale of Poundland is expected to go ahead speedily, Retail Week understands.
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GalleryB&M opens doors to âstore of the futureâ
Value retailer B&M has opened a new-model âstore of the futureâ, featuring innovations such as redesigned layouts and new technology
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NewsTemu owner blames domestic competition and international regulation for fall in profits
Temu owner PDD Holdings reported a fall in second-quarter profit and revenue that missed market estimates, blaming fierce competition in China and regulatory pressures abroad.
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NewsTGJones owner Modella âsounded outâ about Poundland deal
The owner of TGJones, investor Modella Capital, is among the parties potentially interested in buying Poundland.
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AnalysisWhat lessons can retail learn from 2026âs heatwave summer?
If this summer of endless heatwaves and drought is a prelude to the future of the UK climate, what lessons can retailers learn to be ready for next year and beyond?
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NewsThe Range to launch conversational AI agent on ecommerce website
The Range is planning to launch a conversational AI tool on its website to make it easier for customers to shop online, Retail Week can reveal.
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GalleryFirst look: CDS Superstores' first multi-brand collection point with Morrisons
The Range owner CDS Superstores has launched its first multi-brand collection point as it continues to test and trial new bricks-and-mortar formats.
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NewsPoundland reports big earnings improvement amid potential sale talks
Value specialist Poundland has achieved âpositive EBITDAâ as it prepares to open its first new branch in two years, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsThe Worksâ investor encourages shareholders to vote in new director
The Worksâ third-biggest shareholder has encouraged shareholders to vote for a new director at its AGM, after the board recommended a vote against.
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NewsThe Worksâ investor calls rejection of director appointment 'simply absurd'
The Worksâ third-biggest shareholder has hit back at the retailerâs move to block its retired private equity partner from joining as a director.
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NewsHalfords poaches new commercial director from Morrisons
Halfords has poached its new commercial director for motoring and services, Lee Mountain, from Morrisons.
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NewsWHSmith reduces Curi.o.city store portfolio
WHSmith is downsizing the store portfolio of its souvenir chain Curi.o.city as it looks to rightsize the groupâs bricks-and-mortar estate, Retail Week can reveal.
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OpinionâThe âlaminated book of dreamsâ may be long gone, but Argos retains a place in shoppersâ heartsâ
A dedicated ownership team, strong heritage and sound sales base stand Argos in good stead as it prepares for a new chapter independent of Sainsburyâs, believes George MacDonald
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NewsTGJones owner expects return to profitability in first year following restructure
The owner of TGJones has said the high street business should return to profitability in its first year following approval of its restructuring plan, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCDS Superstores secures ÂŁ190m funding to support store and tech investment
CDS Superstores, the parent company of The Range, Wilko and Homebase, has secured a ÂŁ190m asset-based revolving credit facility to support its ongoing investment in stores and technology.