All Retail Week articles in January 2026 – Page 7
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Chart of the WeekChart of the Week: Why Brits are avoiding online grocery shopping
Brits are a nation of in-store grocery shoppers, but what’s putting people off online deliveries?
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GalleryStore gallery: M&S unveils new-look Pantheon womenswear department
Marks & Spencer has launched its new-look womenswear department at its Pantheon store on London’s Oxford Street.
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NewsUnion warns 1,200 jobs at risk as Asda outsources George deliveries to DHL
Asda has outsourced delivery of its George clothing brand to DHL, putting up to 1,200 jobs at risk, according to shopworkers union GMB
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NewsMalin + Goetz to shut all UK stores as it collapses into administration
Skincare and fragrance brand Malin & Goetz has filed for administration in the UK, leading to the immediate closure of its UK store estate and redundancy of all store staff, Retail Week can reveal.
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Retail VoiceRetail 2050: How innovation, localism and experience will shape the high street
What will the high street look like in 2050? New research from American Express suggests a future shaped by localism, immersive experiences and seamless convenience. Dan Edelman, Amex’s general manager of merchant services, shares what this means for retailers and consumers alike
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InterviewQ&A: The Organic Pharmacy UK general manager on Marks & Spencer tie-up
As Marks & Spencer continues its push into beauty, its latest partnership with premium skincare brand The Organic Pharmacy was revealed last week
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NewsCurrys upgrades profit outlook following ‘very strong’ Christmas
Currys has upgraded its adjusted group profit guidance, following what its chief executive described as “very strong trading over peak”.
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NewsJD Sports reports Christmas dip against ‘volatile consumer backdrop’
JD Sports reported growth in both North America and Asia Pacific, but it was not enough to make up for slumps in the UK and Europe over the festive period.
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NewsBurberry momentum builds after strong end to 2025
Luxury retailer Burberry reported strong festive trading, driven by sales growth in China and double-digit growth in Gen Z customers.
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NewsMorrisons hails ‘strong’ Christmas performance in ‘challenging market conditions’
Morrisons has hailed “good performance in a competitive market” during the Christmas period, noting strong performances in its premium range and market-beating trading in general merchandise and clothing.
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NewsNext snaps up footwear specialist Russell & Bromley
Fashion giant Next has bought the brand and other assets of footwear retailer Russell & Bromley in a pre-pack administration deal.
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NewsB&Q to open first standalone TradePoint concept store
B&Q is set to open a new trade-exclusive concept store under its TradePoint brand.
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NewsJoules plots store expansion drive as it returns to profit
Joules is planning to expand its UK store estate and return to Ireland this year as it remains “on track” to deliver its first profit since 2022, Retail Week can reveal.
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AnalysisCurrys boss Baldock looks ahead with confidence after ‘strong peak trading’
“If anyone was expecting more gloom today, I’m afraid we can’t provide that because we’re feeling pretty pleased with some strong peak trading and an upgrade in our profit expectations,” Currys chief executive Alex Baldock said this morning.
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NewsTesco to trial new technology to curb rise in retail crime
Tesco is set to launch a trial of a new crime reporting platform next week, in a bid to deter shoplifters and keep colleagues and customers safe, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsMorrisons’ Baitiéh warns food inflation will ‘go up and up’ in 2026
Morrisons chief executive Rami Baitiéh has warned that he expects food inflation will “go up and up over the coming months”, but says the grocer is well-placed to combat rising prices.
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NewsBRC notes ‘hints of optimism’ as consumer confidence improves
The BRC has noted “hints of optimism” as consumer confidence improved for the second consecutive month.
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NewsletterIntelligence Briefing: Inflation up! Consumer confidence up! Online shopping turn-offs!
The headline inflation numbers for December showed a disappointing tick up in the costs headline rate to 3.4% (vs 3.2% November), with +5.2% on alcohol and tobacco costs (vs 4% in Nov), along with higher transport costs driving the rise. Food price inflation also increased to 4.5%, up from 4.2% ...
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NewsStrong revenue growth continues at Wickes
The home improvement retailer saw like-for-like revenues grow by 5.3% in the six months ending December 27, 2025, leaving it with full-year sales of £1.64bn
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NewsThe Works losses narrow despite online capacity constraints
Losses at The Works narrowed and the retailer delivered ‘robust performance’ over Christmas, despite the ongoing online capacity constraints.