All Paperchase articles
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NewsPaperchase rescued in pre-pack administration deal
Paperchase is set to be rescued in a pre-pack deal led by a lender connected to private equity firm Permira.
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Opinion
‘Act now and act decisively, chancellor – our high streets depend on it’
“The end is in sight,” Rishi Sunak declared this morning as he set out a new package of measures to support businesses through the latest painful phase of the coronavirus crisis – a third national lockdown.
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News
Paperchase poised to appoint administrators
Stationery chain Paperchase is on the brink of administration after the impact of the coronavirus pandemic hammered sales.
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News
Smiggle warns owners could pull plug on UK backing
Smiggle has warned that its Australian parent company Just Group could pull the plug on funding for its UK business if economic conditions deteriorate.
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Opinion
Opinion: How retailers and landlords can restore faith in CVAs
With Arcadia Group becoming the latest high street retailer to pursue a CVA to close stores and slash rents, retail landlords are increasingly reaching the end of their tether. British Property Federation boss Melanie Leech outlines how the gulf between retailers and landlords can be closed
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News
Paperchase given the green light for a CVA
Paperchase is set to close at least five stores after winning credit approval for its proposed CVA this afternoon.
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Paperchase launches CVA in bid to slash rents
Paperchase has launched a company voluntary agreement (CVA) proposal after bringing in advisers from KPMG in January.
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News
Paperchase sale discussed at crunch meeting
Stationery and gift card retailer Paperchase was reportedly offered to potential buyers at a meeting with key creditors yesterday.
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News
With Paperchase in crisis, is stationery at a standstill?
As Paperchase holds a crunch meeting with creditors to secure support for its restructuring plan, Retail Week asks whether there’s trouble on the cards for the whole stationery sector.
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News
Paperchase set for crunch landlord talks
Paperchase will outline a series of restructuring options to key creditors at two crunch meetings this week, Retail Week has learned.
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News
Paperchase drafts in advisers as it mulls CVA
Paperchase has drafted in advisers as the chain mulls launching a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) to streamline its store portfolio.
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Opinion
Opinion: Retail has plenty of reasons to be cheerful – really
For many retailers, 2018 might be a year to forget. But despite torrid conditions, the industry has lots to celebrate as Christmas trading peaks and a new year beckons.
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News
Paperchase profits fall against 'tough' backdrop
Paperchase’s profits declined by half in its full-year results as it increased its online and international sales.
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Analysis
In pictures: Next's 'department store' on Oxford Street
Next opened a new store on Oxford Street this morning that is, in effect, a department store and gathering place for a raft of retailers, as well as its own offer.
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Gallery
Top of the Shops: The top 25 UK stores by design
Over the past 12 months a lot has happened in retail, and the changes are characterised by Retail Week’s ranking of the top 25 UK stores by design.
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News
Paperchase ploughs on with expansion despite profit dip
Paperchase boss Timothy Melgund described the UK retail as “not for the faint-hearted” – and the specialist retailer’s latest full-years reflect that.
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News
Paperchase profits fall amid 'difficult' year
Paperchase has suffered a slump in profits following what is described as a “difficult” year for the business.
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News
Today in retail: C-suite exodus continues apace
Another day, another high-profile exit as Simon Belsham, boss of Notonthehighstreet, departs with immediate effect.
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News
Paperchase hires former Disney Store exec Gibson as COO
Paperchase has appointed former Disney Store exec Duncan Gibson as chief operating officer as it bolsters its leadership team, Retail Week can reveal.
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News
Today in retail: Is B&M set for a Brexit bonanza?
After unveiling rocketing first-quarter sales, B M boss Simon Arora reaffirmed his belief that the impact of Brexit on the economy would attract new customers.
