All Stores and property articles – Page 3
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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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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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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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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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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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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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NewsProperty giant Landsec sees retail destination sales ‘outperform market’
Property investment firm Landsec has reported a strong golden quarter as sales and footfall rose and outperformed the BRC benchmarks.
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NewsTala CEO departs after US expansion set back
Athleisurewear brand Tala has confirmed the departure of chief executive Morgan Fowles, weeks after it reported widening losses.
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NewsSaks Global wins court approval for $400m rescue financing
Iconic American department store chain Saks has obtained approval from a US bankruptcy judge to draw on $400m (£299m) in new financing despite objections from its estranged business partner Amazon.
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NewsDunelm has ‘softer than anticipated’ golden quarter
The homewares retailer blames the “ongoing challenging macroeconomic environment” as it said profit before tax will now come in at the lower end of consensus expectations
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GalleryBoots and Anya Hindmarch collaborate for London pop-up
High street health and beauty chain Boots has collaborated with luxury accessories brand Anya Hindmarch on a new 1970s inspired pop-up
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NewsIconic department store group Saks files for bankruptcy protection
Saks, one of the most famous retailers in the world, has sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it seeks to establish “a strong and stable future”.
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NewsHolland & Barrett poaches Vision Express MD for executive role
Holland & Barrett has hired Vision Express’ UK and Ireland managing director in an executive role, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsProCook sees record peak season trading and gains in market share
Specialist kitchenware brand ProCook has recorded its best ever peak trading season as well as significant gains in market share.
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InterviewQ&A: Miniso chief operating officer on the retailer’s limitless UK ambitions
Value lifestyle retailer Miniso has been popping up all over the country in the past couple of years, with store presence on high streets and in prominent shopping centres such as the two Westfields in London, Bluewater in Kent, Trafford Centre in Manchester, and Princes Street in Edinburgh.