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NewsMcDonald returns as Debenhams chair, Morris steps down
Iain McDonald is returning to Debenhams Group as non-executive chair, seven months after stepping down from the board. He replaces Tim Morris, who exits the board entirely.
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NewsDebenham finalises sale of Nasty Gal to US buyer
Debenhams Group has sold youth brand Nasty Gal to a US buyer for $16m (£11.8m).
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Chart of the WeekHigh-income households are the most likely to shop secondhand
Over half of households earning over £80,000 have used Vinted, compared with 34% of those earning under £20,000.
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NewsVery Group owner scraps sale process after bidders fail to meet asking price
The auction of The Very Group is close to being scrapped after potential bidders for the brand refused to meet the owner’s £2bn asking price.
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NewsJoybuy gives shoppers loyalty points for scanning supermarket receipts
Joybuy has launched a promotion giving customers loyalty points and discounts in return for scanning their supermarket receipts.
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NewsAmazon brings back second chance event, with luxury handbags this time
The UK’s leading online retailer will be offering customers up to half price off high-quality returned and refurbished products for the first 10 days of September
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OpinionExplainer: Shein vs Temu – what court judgment means for online platforms
The two huge online retailers have been battling a copyright row out in court. After judgment was handed down last week, Addleshaw Goddard legal director Rebecca Newman pinpoints the takeaways for retailers
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NewsIkea to launch pre-loved peer-to-peer marketplace in the UK
Ikea is set to launch its secondhand peer-to-peer marketplace in the UK, where customers can buy and sell their unwanted furniture to each other.
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AnalysisWhy eBay is setting its sights on live shopping as a growth lever
This year has certainly been one to remember for the 30-year old eBay. In February, it was revealed that eBay would purchase secondhand fashion platform Depop for $1.2bn, but the acquisition was only completed at the end of July after the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) gave the deal the green light.
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Opinion‘The ‘laminated book of dreams’ may be long gone, but Argos retains a place in shoppers’ hearts’
A dedicated ownership team, strong heritage and sound sales base stand Argos in good stead as it prepares for a new chapter independent of Sainsbury’s, believes George MacDonald
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NewsShein looks for valuation over $30bn for IPO
Ecommerce giant Shein is reportedly seeking a valuation between $30bn and $40bn for an upcoming Hong Kong initial public offering (IPO).
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NewsPinterest invests in new London office as part of ‘new era of shopping’ vision
Pinterest has opened a new Oxford Circus destination to drive the group’s strategy for a “new era of shopping”, where it can serve as a digital shop window for brands and spark inspiration for consumers.
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NewsAmazon records double-digit sales growth exceeding $200bn
Amazon has seen a double-digit surge in its second quarter sales, exceeding $200bn.
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InterviewQ&A: Mirakl chief customer officer on why marketplaces should be a tool, not a strategy
Mirakl chief customer officer Sophie Marchessou spoke to Retail Week about how best to leverage a marketplace for growth, the introduction of agentic AI, and ensuring you stay relevant to customers.
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AnalysisBurnham moves on business rates, but retailers have to wait
The approach suggests Burnham is serious about his high-street revival project, but retail is not a direct beneficiary yet
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NewsAliExpress hit with record fine by EU for sale of illegal items
Chinese online retailer AliExpress has been given a record fine by the EU over the sale of illegal, unsafe and counterfeit goods.
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NewsCMA gives the green light for eBay’s Depop acquisition
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has cleared eBay’s anticipated acquisition of resale platform Depop following an initial probe.
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NewsTikTok Shop UK’s Summer Sale delivers double-digit sales
TikTok Shop UK’s Summer Sale has driven double-digit year-on-year sales for businesses on the platform, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsAmazon aims to raise $25bn through bond sale for AI push
Amazon is looking to raise $25bn through a US bond sale as the retail giant looks to fund further investments in AI, according to reports.
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NewsThe Very Group adds Estée Lauder to portfolio of premium brands
The Very Group has added Estée Lauder to its portfolio as it expands its selection of premium beauty brands.