Birkenstock is making steady progress thanks to its own stores
Birkenstock is raising its forecast following a 13% increase in revenue. The sandal manufacturer owes this primarily to its own retail network, which now comprises 124 stores…
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Oxfam’s retail director on why shop-floor expertise remains central to digital growth
As Oxfam expands into rental and livestream shopping, retail director Rachel Cosgrove-Pearce explains why its stores and volunteers remain the engine behind its digital growth…
Asda launches wholesale supply model for Scottish indie retailers
Supermarket chain trials new Asda Convenience fascia across three Glasgow stores
Mothercare reports sharp profitability drop due to Middle East disruption and end of Boots partnership
Mothercare reported a sharp fall in sales and profitability in its latest full-year results, which it has attributed to the continued challenges facing its franchise-led business…
Google AI Max carries 72% higher invalid traffic rate for retailers, research shows
Study reveals automated campaign feature accounts for 68% of invalid search clicks
ESM's Retail Wrap – Carrefour Polska, Albert, Jerónimo Martins, Pewex
Carrefour Polska ends print leaflets in stores; Albert names new CFO; Jerónimo Martins supports Colombia earthquake relief and more.
Mulberry appoints Kenny Wilson and Sarah Dickinson to board
Wilson will join the board alongside Sarah Dickinson following the company’s annual general meeting on 9 September 2026
French Connection launches new store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Leeds
French Connection has launched a new store at Frasers Plus Designer Outlet in Leeds. The new 2,257 sq ft shop provides shoppers with a “contemporary shopping environment” with…
Asda moves into wholesale with new convenience store format
Asda has launched a new wholesale convenience model, with initial rollouts covering three stores in Glasgow. The company has invested £1 million in the launch of Asda Convenience…
Karen Millen returns to bricks-and-mortar retail with three UK concessions
Fashion brand to open concessions in Leicester, Aberdeen and Liverpool as it returns to physical retail after seven years
JD.com returns to profit in Q2 despite rare dip in revenues
The company attributed the decline in top-line revenues primarily to a high base effect from the previous year
Disney extends F1 partnership into 2028
Disney has extended its Formula One partnership, which was originally launched in 2025, until 2028. The partnership will also now feature Pixar’s Cars alongside the original…