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H&M is the world’s second largest clothing retailer, after Inditex, and the UK is its third-largest market. In the UK, it has over 300 stores, including the H&M, Monki, & Other Stories, Weekend, Arket and Cos brands. Founded in 1947, the Swedish retailer operates in 60 markets worldwide. H&M launched its UK website in 2010 and now has online presence in more than 50 markets. The retailer has also launched new store concepts including a stand-alone H&M Home store in 2019. H&M has a sustainable ethos with its Conscious range and clothes recycling scheme.
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NewsAdanola appoints former Gymshark head as CEO
Athleisurewear brand Adanola has named Gymshark’s former chief commercial officer, Niran Chana, as chief executive as the brand eyes international expansion.
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GalleryGymshark unveils new range in Selfridges partnership
Gymshark has unveiled its highly anticipated premium athleisure “everywear” range, available exclusively at Selfridges.
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NewsGymshark appoints first chief digital officer
Gymshark has appointed Carly Natalizia to the newly created role of chief digital officer to drive “digital growth for the brand for years to come”.
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AnalysisMeet the sports retail power brands of tomorrow
Fitness and sportswear brands hit the market every year but only a few stand out and have the potential to be the next big player. Retail Week highlights some of the brands aiming to break through in a category dominated by giants like Nike and Adidas
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NewsGymshark announces new premium athleisurewear range
Gymshark posted a rise in sales for the full year ending July 2023, which the retailer said was “underpinned by the relevance and quality of our product” and “the resonance of our brand”.
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NewsGymshark to open second store in London
Gymshark is set to expand its physical retail offering as it announces its second permanent store in London’s Westfield Stratford City.
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Opinion‘Founders rarely make effective chief executives’
Successful company founders need to know what they are good at and what should be left to more experienced managers, argues Clarity’s Fran Minogue
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AnalysisHow retailers are creating the best in-store experiences
The purpose of the retail store faced an overhaul as the pandemic caused many shops to shut for months, with customers having no choice but to turn to online shopping.
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NewsGymshark CEO says brand’s future is on the high street
Gymshark founder and chief executive Ben Francis has said the long-term future of the brand is on the high street and physical stores.
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NewsGymshark profits decline for first time as operational costs rise
Gymshark posted a fall in profits for the first time despite an increase in revenue for the year ending in July 2022, as the group struggled with increasing operational costs.
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DataRanking: The UK retailers with the biggest international sales
After several years of staying close to home, it’s no surprise that, even with the cost-of-living crisis, more than 60% of Brits are planning an overseas holiday this year – up by 10% on last year, according to research by American Express.
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AnalysisHas Regent Street overtaken Oxford Street as the UK’s most desirable retail location?
Oxford Street was once one of the most desirable retail thoroughfares on the planet, but a toxic mix of shady candy shops and shuttered stores have torched its reputation. All the while, investment from new brands and high street heroes has been flowing into neighbouring Regent Street.
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AnalysisFuture Leaders 2023: UK retail’s 30 CEOs in waiting unveiled
Morrisons, Gymshark, John Lewis and eBay are among the retailers and brands revealed to be home to the industry’s CEOs of tomorrow in Retail Week’s inaugural report.
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NewsGymshark taps fitness influencer for new creative director role
Gymshark appointed bodybuilder David Laid to its newly created role of creative director, lifting.
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NewsGymshark poaches former Lacoste executive as first supply chain boss
Gymshark has announced that Laurent Madelaine will join the brand as its first-ever chief supply chain officer.
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NewsGymshark and Boden founders recognised in new year honours
Gymshark founder and chief executive Ben Francis has been awarded an MBE for services to business in the 2023 new year honours list.
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AnalysisWho will be retail’s winners and losers in 2023?
Who will thrive and who will flounder in 2023? Retail experts share their tips for the year ahead
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AnalysisThe Retail Week future CEOs list 2022
Retail Week speaks to the industry’s top headhunters to find out who will be in the next wave of retail bosses
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Opinion'Welcome to Web -1.0, where pureplays struggle and stores are stars'
Never mind the metaverse and Web 3.0 – as ecommerce players fall on tougher times, retailers must focus on creating genuinely multichannel models, writes Retail Week executive editor George MacDonald
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GalleryStore gallery: Gymshark boss hails 'iconic' Regent Street location ahead of flagship opening
Gymshark’s first flagship store is set to open on London’s Regent Street on Saturday and founder and chief executive Ben Francis says “it will be one of those days that none of us ever forget”.