Mothercare is a mother, baby and children’s retailer, selling products including clothing, cots and prams, hoping to establish itself as a hub for expectant parents. In 2019, Boots was named as Mothercare’s exclusive franchise partner in the UK, to stock Mothercare-branded clothing, home and travel products in larger stores and online launch. Retail Week provides news, analysis, features and opinion about Mothercare and specialist retailers.
Mothercare retail sales have fallen in the UK and Middle East markets due to uncertainty and impact of the Iran war.
Mothercare has recorded a loss and falling sales in its first half as it drastically reduced its store count with its franchise partners.
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Mothercare has signed a 10-year licensing agreement with Turkish nursery retailer Ebebek.
Mothercare has reported falling sales and profits, blaming the “continued impact of the uncertainty in the Middle East” on its franchise partner.
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