Blue Diamond snaps up Highfield Garden World in expansion push
Blue Diamond has acquired Highfield Garden World in Gloucestershire, taking its portfolio to 55 garden centres across the UK and Channel Islands. The family-run business, located…
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Mulberry cuts losses by £23m as sales rebound
Mulberry has dramatically narrowed its annual losses as higher sales, reduced discounting and tight cost control boosted its turnaround efforts. The luxury retailer’s reported…
Fed urges Andy Burnham to reform business rates
While Greater Manchester mayor, Burnham called for business rates reform, including raising the Small Business Rates Relief threshold
New Stripe & Stare range features soft pastel greens, cosy slumber stripes and Neapolitan polka dots
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Depop introduces The Zara Larsson Edit with global campaign
Resale marketplace Depop has unveiled its newest campaign starring Zara Larsson, with the multi-platinum artist also providing an exclusive edit featuring 20 to 30 pieces…
Blueberry Matcha is having a moment and Califia has launched one
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Decathlon launches ‘Middle Aisle’ in discounter push
Decathlon has introduced its own version of the famed ‘Middle Aisle‘ promotion across its UK and Ireland stores, websites and app. The company’s new value-focused offer will…
Wickes builds momentum in H1 despite a challenging consumer backdrop
Wickes has reported revenue growth of 2.3% for the second quarter of 2026, supported by continued volume growth across the business. The post Wickes builds momentum in H1 despite…
Hobbycraft exits CVA early as online demand surges
Hobbycraft has completed its company voluntary arrangement (CVA) ahead of schedule as growth in model making and crochet helped fuel a rise in online shoppers. The arts and crafts…
Grocery volumes contract for fifth consecutive month, report finds
The number of units sold declined nearly 2% year over year in June, according to an analysis from Bain & Company and NielsenIQ.
Reformation targets $1B valuation with IPO
The DTC brand's offering includes 14 million shares of its common stock with an expected price between $15 and $17.
Instacart acquires shelf-scanning technology startup
The purchase of Arpalus gives it a system that allows workers to record product levels on store shelves using a smartphone app.