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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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NewsAmazon launches 30-minute delivery pilot in UK
Amazon has launched its new service “Amazon Now”, allowing deliveries to be made in 30 minutes or less.
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NewsBoots introduces new wellness zones and specialist roles to stores
Boots has launched new in-store wellness zones alongside newly trained health and wellness specialists to help customers navigate the category.
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NewsMusic Magpie teams up with Timpson for instant smartphone trade-ins
Music Magpie is partnering with Timpson to provide consumers with an instant in-store smartphone trade-in service.
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NewsDFS names new CFO as it upgrades profit outlook
DFS has appointed a new chief financial officer and upgraded its full-year profit outlook after delivering a strong financial performance during the first half.
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NewsMajestic toasts ‘best-ever Christmas’ after record number of customers
Majestic has toasted to its “best-ever Christmas” after reporting a record number of customers shopped with the specialist wine retailer over the golden quarter.
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DataData: Grocery shoppers say meh to AI, yeah to loyalty discounts
New research commissioned by Retail Week and The Grocer shows that shoppers are sceptical about AI’s role in online grocery shopping, while over half say points and discounts for loyalty card members are what they value the most when shopping in-store