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Loewe launches concept store at Harrods
German luxury technology brand Loewe has opened a new concept store at Harrods, London.
Robert Dyas launches on Deliveroo in first on-demand delivery move
Robert Dyas has launched on Deliveroo through an exclusive partnership, marking its first move into on-demand delivery. The tie-up will give customers access to around 6,000…
Klarna cuts revenue outlook as European retail slowdown hits
Klarna has slashed its full-year revenue and sales volume forecasts as weaker consumer spending across Europe, particularly in Germany, weighs on the company. The payments firm…
NOSHOK names new Northeast regional sales manager
Matt Phillips succeeds Mark Klumpp in the role. Klumpp will now focus exclusively on his position as Product Solutions Manager – Food & Beverage, a move that allows him to…
Ardagh considers sale of metal beverage can business
The company’s beverage can sales and global volumes were down 1% year over year in its most recent quarter.
Shein valuation plunges from $100bn to $25bn ahead of Hong Kong IPO
Fast-fashion retailer reportedly plans to offer 8% of shares as slower growth and regulatory pressures weigh on investor appetite
Co-op and Coca-Cola bring back ‘Meals That Matter’ campaign for Special Olympics GB
Co-op, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners and Special Olympics Great Britain have relaunched their ‘Meals That Matter’ campaign, with 5p from every qualifying lunchtime meal deal…
Harvey Nichols pauses online operations amid Frasers takeover
Harvey Nichols has temporarily paused online trading as it transitions to new ownership under Frasers Group. The luxury department store’s website has been replaced with a holding…
Under Armour ends partnership with The Rock amid marketing reset
The athletic brand said the decade-long relationship came to a “natural conclusion” just months after it parted ways with Steph Curry.
To lure in shoppers, J.C. Penney takes aim at off-price stores
In a new campaign the department store touts its fashion and home assortments as affordable, but superior to the finds at discounters.
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[In the picture] Premium brands set the tone in new Douglas flagship store
In Amstelveen, the Netherlands, Douglas opened a “Luxury Flagship Store” featuring a revamped store design with a luxurious look and extra space for premium brands and K-Beauty.