Find out which retailers are innovating in the on and offline retail space and what they are doing to keep ahead of the curve in this dynamic and highly competitive sector. Read the financials and analysis of the large multiples, the smaller chains to independent retailers, wholesalers and suppliers
Dedicated to protecting the planet for future generations, a British-based start-up has launched to offer stylish yet sustainable jewellery to fast fashion-conscious consumers. Influenstar offers a range of hand finished jewellery, all made from recycled 925 silver and a gold-plated finish.
Following today’s release of LVMH figures for FY2020; Pippa Stephens, retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: “LVMH's luxury price positioning and fashion specialism caused demand for its products to become dented during the peak of
Aldi has won the prestigious ‘Drinks Retailer of the Year’ award at the Retail Industry Awards 2020 as part of a virtual ceremony on 26 January, making this the second time the retailer has won the title, after picking up
Side this week (Thursday, 28, January) following a £400,000 investment which supports 18 local jobs.
Dulux, the UK’s largest paint manufacturer, today announces it will be working in partnership with THG plc, the global technology platform company, and Homebase to manage and develop a bespoke launch site for its new Heritage range, which will be
Sustainable children’s clothing brand Frugi and the National Trust have launched a Paddling Puffins capsule collection of ethically made outerwear and accessories for the Spring-Summer 2021 season.
Colleagues at 13 regional co-operative stores got into the charitable spirit in December and raised more than £4,000 for local causes.
Following today’s release of Poundland figures for Q1 FY2020/21; Jonathan Rock, retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: “Poundland achieved positive LFL revenue growth (+2.4%) and outperformed its parent PEPCO Group in what is usually the
Registered charity, Computers 4 Charity, is calling on Retail Times' readers to donate any unwanted or unused devices including PCs, laptops and tablets to help children who are home schooling during the pandemic and have no access to technology.
Jollyes, the UK pet people, has seen wild bird food fly off the shelves over winter and ahead of this weekend’s RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch.
Many small to medium sized businesses, particularly in the retail sector, have needed extra support regarding cashflow to keep their doors from closing permanently during the pandemic.
Toshiba Tec introduces the BV400D desktop printer series, incorporating Toshiba’s most advanced technology housed in the sleekest of case designs for the ultimate user experience.
Aptos, a recognised market leader in retail technology solutions, today announced that Zadig & Voltaire has recently gone live with Aptos’ Allocation & Replenishment and Commercial Buying Session solutions. With the implementation, Zadig & Voltaire has a centralised planning platform
Following today’s release of ScS figures for pre-close H1 FY2020/21; Matthew Walton, senior retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, comments: “ScS has started its FY2020/21 strongly with gross sales increasing by 13.9%, as pent-up demand from
Central England Co-op members will now be able to enjoy free home delivery as part of an effort to offer extra support to communities during lockdown.
Lidl GB has been named Supermarket of the Year at the 2020 Retail Industry Awards, beating Aldi, Iceland, Sainsbury’s and Tesco, to the much sought-after title.
As part of The Estée Lauder Companies’ (ELC) commitment to embed citizenship and sustainability within every aspect of its business, the company is proud to announce sustainability goals specific to ELC’s Travel Retail unit. Travel Retail, which covers the world
Developer Scarborough Group International (SGI) has let the last remaining large format unit at its 105,000sq ft Marina Quay retail and leisure park development in Rhyl to B&M.
Diebold Nixdorf has announced the launch of DN Series EASY, a new family of self-service solutions created to address retailers’ most pressing needs: improve store efficiency, enhance consumers’ shopping experience and drive down costs.
Talend, a leader in data integration and data integrity, announced today that Tape à l’oeil, a French children’s clothing retailer founded in 1993, has selected Talend to accelerate its digital transformation. Talend is helping the retailer empower data workers and
A new app which allows shoppers to buy online while supporting their local high street is being launched as British retailers get to grips with a third national lockdown.
This Valentine's Day, Dirty Bones has teamed up with Sauce Shop and Ketel One Vodka to create the ultimate saucy and spicy brunch kit. Staying true to their good vibes only attitude, the Get Dirty Valentine’s Brunch kit is an
Critizr, Europe’s leader in customer interaction management, has today (26 January) announced the acquisition of Dublin-based retail customer experience and messaging start-up ServiceDock.
The Amazon Small Business Accelerator, a major support package for UK small businesses and startups founded by Amazon and Enterprise Nation, announces a two-day bootcamp, Selling Globally with Amazon, which will take place on Tuesday 26th – Wednesday 27th January
Snappy Shopper has launched the second phase of its 'local store, to door' activity to further drive awareness of the Snappy Shopper platform across the UK.
