HMV is an iconic British entertainment retailer of physical media, including CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, vinyl, books, toys and other pop-culture merchandise. It was rescued from administration in 2019 by Canadian tycoon Doug Putman, who owns record store chain Sunrise Records and HMV Canada. Its famous Oxford Street store reopened in 2023. Retail Week provides news, analysis, features and opinion about HMV and specialist retailers.
HMV is set to expand further into the UK and Europe with three new stores planned as part of its continued store rollout.
The buyer of WHSmith’s high street arm, Modella Capital, and HMV tycoon Doug Putman are potential buyers of bust retailer Claire’s Accessories.
Oasis’ long-awaited reunion tour has been a golden boost for the UK’s otherwise struggling high streets and city centres. Retail Week crunches the numbers to see how the band has boosted footfall and spend.
HMV has promoted two staff members for newly created roles following the departure of the retailer’s marketing and commercial director.
Canadian entrepreneur Doug Putman is in talks to buy the store network of the high-street stalwart, according to The Sun newspaper.
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