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NewsJoybuy launches promos blitz in direct competition with Amazon
Online retailer Joybuy has unveiled a Flash Deals promotion in a direct challenge to Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days.
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NewsAndy Bond links up with Poundland management team in buyout bid
Retail veteran Andy Bond has teamed up with the management of value retailer Poundland to pitch a management buy-out of the value retailer, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis unveils raft of partners in ‘immersive retail’ push
Department store group John Lewis has raised the curtain on new and expanded partnerships as it seeks to create “vibrant, must-visit destinations”.
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AnalysisBowling, burgers and shuffleboard: Inside Croatia’s revamped Split shopping centre
Split is best known for its coastline and historic old town, but City Centre One is putting Croatian retail on the map following a €22m transformation. Retail Week toured the centre and spoke to owner CC Real about the country’s retail landscape.
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NewsPoundland recovery ‘gathers momentum’ as like-for-likes rise
Value retailer Poundland has notched up strong growth in its final quarter, “re-establishing it as a viable and profitable company”.
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NewsPoundland owner mulls selling Irish arm separately
Poundland owner Gordon Brothers is reportedly mulling over selling the retailer and Dealz, its Irish business, separately.
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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 ‘sleeping giant’ 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 ‘store of the future’
Value retailer B&M has opened a new-model “store of the future”, 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 ‘sounded out’ 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 2026’s 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 “positive EBITDA” as it prepares to open its first new branch in two years, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsThe Works’ investor encourages shareholders to vote in new director
The Works’ third-biggest shareholder has encouraged shareholders to vote for a new director at its AGM, after the board recommended a vote against.