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NewsGymshark to open first ever gym in Miami
Gymshark is set to open its first-ever gym in America as the fitness brand continues its investment in physical spaces.
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NewsM&S to launch womenswear in the US
Marks & Spencer is launching its womenswear ranges in the US, 25 years after it withdrew from the market.
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NewsBoden accelerates US expansion plans with second store opening
British fashion brand Boden is accelerating its US expansion plans with the opening of its second store in the country.
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Chart of the WeekWhat will disrupt the retail industry the most in 2026?
This yearâs edition of the AlixPartners Disruption Index showed that nine out of 10 retail leaders believe industry business models need to change, with the report saying that retail was likely to be one of the most disrupted sectors in the economy
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AnalysisTariffs 2.0: Where does UK retail stand after Trumpâs latest trade tantrum?
US president Donald Trumpâs meltdown over the weekend has only heaped further uncertainty on UK retailers and consumers. Retail Week analyses the fallout and what it means for UK retail.
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NewsTarget to cut hundreds of jobs to boost store investment
Target is to cut around 500 jobs across its regional offices and warehouses in the US and will invest the savings into its stores.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland updates outlook following strong peak trading
Watches of Switzerland has upgraded its full-year guidance after better-than-expected sales during the peak trading period.
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NewsAmazon confirms thousands of job cuts
Technology retail behemoth Amazon has confirmed the axing of thousands of roles in its latest round of layoffs.
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NewsUS fashion brand Edikted to make UK debut
US fashion brand Edikted is set to open its first European standalone store along Londonâs Carnaby Street.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland buys Texas retailer Deutsch & Deutsch
Watches of Switzerland has completed a US acquisition that will see it run four new showrooms in the country
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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 (ÂŁ299m) in new financing despite objections from its estranged business partner Amazon.
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NewsJD Sports promotes from within as it names new European boss
JD Sports has promoted Paul Orange to the role of managing director of JD UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsTesco joins New York OTC trading platform
Tesco has joined the growing list of UK firms to begin trading on the OTC market in the US.
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AnalysisWhatâs next for WHSmith as it plans recovery from accounting controversy?
Travel retailer WHSmith posted its delayed results today, revealing that group profit before tax fell from ÂŁ114m to ÂŁ108m and trading profit slipped from ÂŁ170m to ÂŁ159m in the year to August 31
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FeatureShake-ups, showdowns and sabotage: the stories that defined retail in 2025
Retail Week looks back at 2025. From the cyber attacks that crippled high-street giants, to several high-profile administrations and the splitting up of one of Britainâs oldest and best-known brands, the year was another tumultuous one for the sector
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NewsGymshark confirms opening date for US flagship
Gymshark is set to open its first US flagship on December 13 as it continues its expansion Stateside.
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NewsTrinny London MD says US expansion is a âbig part of future strategyâ
Trinny London managing director Mark Smith has said US expansion forms a big part of the groupâs future strategy, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsWatchdog considering investigation into WHSmith profit overstatement
The UK accounting regulator is considering whether to launch a formal investigation into PwCâs auditing of WHSmith following a ÂŁ30m profit overstatement in its North American division.
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OpinionâWalmartâs unfashionable focus on long service creates long-term valueâ
Walmartâs chief executive succession doesnât fit the common view that fresh blood and multi-company experience trump a career spent in one place, observes George MacDonald
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AnalysisExplainer: What are the implications of WHSmithâs US accounting blunder?
WHSmith chief executive Carl Cowling has resigned after six years at the helm following an investigation into an accounting error at the flagship US business. Retail Week explores the significance of the latest developments