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Currys boss Baldock looks ahead with confidence after ‘strong peak trading’

2026-01-21T14:29:00+00:00By Megan Robinson

“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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Virgin Wines sales grow over ‘strong’ Christmas period
2026-01-27T07:20:00+00:00By Hugh Radojev
Poundland posts earnings rise as turnaround strategy takes hold
2026-01-23T06:30:00+00:00By George MacDonald
Property giant Landsec sees retail destination sales ‘outperform market’
2026-01-19T07:28:00+00:00By Megan Robinson
Nearly half of returns over peak season included a fee
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The Perfume Shop reports sale increase driven by gifts and personalisation
2026-01-13T10:56:00+00:00By Megan Robinson
THG ‘finishes year on a high’ as seasonal sales climb
2026-01-13T07:29:00+00:00By George MacDonald
The Entertainer posts Christmas sales rise despite shoppers trading down
2026-01-13T07:16:00+00:00By George MacDonald
Retail sales growth over Christmas slows as consumers wait for discounts
2026-01-13T00:01:00+00:00By Hugh Radojev
Neptune sees Christmas boost driven by full-price sales
2026-01-12T14:46:00+00:00By Ellis Hawthorne
Hobbycraft Christmas sales rise driven by festive products
2026-01-12T14:31:00+00:00By Megan Robinson

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