Marks and Spencer eyes strong Christmas sales despite Omicron impact
Marks & Spencer is expected to reveal its strongest Christmas in years as investors look for further signs the retail giant has turned a...
Next raises profit outlook again
Retail chain Next has delivered yet another profit upgrade thanks to soaring demand for partywear over Christmas, but warned over steeper price hikes in...
More than 24,000 B and M workers to get bonus after bumper Christmas
More than 24,000 staff at discount retailer B&M are to get an extra week’s wage for their “considerable efforts” as the group hiked its...
Poundland steps up expansion
Poundland is to open four new flagship outlets and extend its chilled and frozen food line as it defies challenging retail conditions to accelerate...
Andy Bond stepping down as Poundland owner Pepco’s chief over health issues
The chief executive of the parent company of Poundland has announced he is to quit the business due to health reasons later this year.
Andy...
Ikea confirms 10% price hike in UK stores due to Covid
Flatpack furniture specialist Ikea has confirmed it has increased the average price of products in its UK stores by 10% due to rising supply...
Dobbies Garden Centres rolls out EV charging
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre retailer, is partnering with sustainable energy pioneer and charge point operator, GRIDSERVE, to install EV chargers at stores nationwide. The...
Wickes profits set to beat expectations
DIY and home improvement business Wickes has said customers are continuing to flock to stores although not at the same levels as at the...
Poundstretcher rewards employees with 10% New Year bonus
Leicestershire-headquartered discount chain Poundstretcher is rewarding all of its employees in recognition of their hard work throughout the pandemic, as well as the companies...
Dick and Angel steal the show in Homebase’s Christmas advert
This festive season is going to be like two Christmases rolled into one – and deservedly so! As the nation prepares to get its...