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Temu sues Shein for alleged ‘mafia-style intimidation’ of suppliers
Online retailer Temu has filed a lawsuit against fashion giant Shein, alleging “mafia-style intimidation” of suppliers.
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Activist investor Kelso urges THG to demerge business
Activist investor group Kelso Group Holdings has urged ecommerce giant THG to consider a demerger of its three business divisions “to maximise shareholder value”.
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Online fashion retailer Oh Polly launches rental collection
Online fashion retailer Oh Polly has announced a partnership with rental platform Zoa, marking a “pivotal moment in the group’s journey” to providing accessible fashion to customers.
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THG acquires US skincare brand for $20m
THG, which owns Lookfantastic and Cult Beauty, has acquired skincare brand Biossance from US biotechnology group Amyris Inc for $20m (£15.8m).
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Christmas retail sales tail off despite early Black Friday boost
UK retail sales growth slowed in November as cautious consumers continue to put off Christmas spending, despite Black Friday sales starting earlier, according to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor.
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Currys unveils retail media network
Currys has unveiled its first suite of products available through its new retail media network, Currys Connected Media.
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Bershka partners with virtual try-on service in bid to reduce returns
Inditex-owned fashion retailer Bershka has announced a new partnership with AI-powered virtual fitting room platform 3DLOOK in its latest bid to reduce rising return rates and offer a more “seamless online shopping experience”.
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Ikea launches more Tesco car park pick-up locations
Ikea will roll out more mobile pick-up points following a successful trial in partnership with Tesco.
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Jollyes hails ‘strongest-ever first half’ as it eyes 100th store opening
Pet care specialist Jollyes has hailed a “record-breaking” first half as it eyes the expected opening of its 100th store ahead of schedule early next year.
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Deliveroo teams up with Screwfix for DIY rapid delivery
Deliveroo has made a significant foray into non-food categories with the launch of ‘Deliveroo Shopping’.
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Pets at Home to launch 'step change' app and website
Pets at Home is to unveil an upgraded app and website in the new year that will deliver a “step change” as the retailer burnishes its omnichannel credentials.
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Shein aims for New York Stock Exchange listing
Fast-fashion giant Shein is understood to be gearing up for a stock market float in the US as it reportedly filed “confidential paperwork” for an initial public offering.
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Decathlon buys German pureplay sportswear brand Bergfreunde
Sportswear giant Decathlon has announced the acquisition of German pureplay mountain sports, climbing gear and outdoor equipment specialist Bergfreunde.
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Very collaborates with Amazon Web Services to deliver generative AI
The Very Group has selected Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help transform and accelerate its shopping experience with generative AI.
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Boost in sales of toys and electricals as Black Friday footfall soars
Retailers have reported customers flocking for deals on toys and electricals ahead of Christmas as Black Friday footfall numbers surged across much of the country.
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TikTok Shop partners with Royal Mail
TikTok Shop has partnered with Royal Mail to roll out Click & Drop for merchants on the platform.
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AO upgrades profit guidance as it continues to deliver ‘profit and cash generation’
Electricals specialist AO has upgraded its full-year profit guidance after focusing on delivering “profit and cash generation”.
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Retail reliant on strong Black Friday after slow start to festive season
The retail sector is pinning its hopes on strong performance over the Black Friday weekend after a disappointing start to the festive trading season in terms of ecommerce performance.
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Poundland launches first-ever Black Friday event
Poundland has opened its first Black Friday event, with deals available both online and in stores.
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Exclusive: Secret Sales bolsters leadership team with new executives
Premium non-full-price marketplace Secret Sales has named Matalan executive Chris Lacey as chief digital officer and Alex Adamson as chief marketing officer, Retail Week can reveal.