The Weekly Closeout: The RealReal secures fresh financing, Roots buyout advances
The resale marketplace refinanced to help strengthen its balance sheet, while the apparel brand's shareholders approved its acquisition by Marquee Brands.
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Consumer brands increase ad spend despite slower growth as retail media gains ground
Consumer goods brands are increasing advertising investment even as sales growth slows, with retail media emerging as a key beneficiary of the shift. The post Consumer brands…
Rohlik Founder's AI Platform Raises $32m For US Expansion
Duvo, the AI platform co-founded by Rohlik CEO Tomáš Čupr, has raised $32 million (€28.62 million) to fund its US expansion.
ProCook reports record H1 revenues amid strong online sales
The Gloucester-based business recorded second-quarter revenue of £24.1m for the 16 weeks to 11 October 2026
Sainsbury’s sells Northern Ireland petrol stations as it remains grocery focused
Sainsbury’s has agreed to sell its eight petrol stations in Northern Ireland to fuel operator Go Forecourts, as the supermarket continues to focus investment on its grocery…
Brico and Praxis owner slips into the red before rescue deal
Maxeda DIY Group, the parent company of Brico, BricoPlanit, and Praxis, ended its most recent fiscal year with a loss. The disappointing results foreshadowed a major refinancing…
ProCook reports impressive growth driven by ecommerce and customer acquisition, says GlobalData
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In pictures: Paul Smith opens New York flagship to drive North American expansion
Paul Smith has opened a new flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York, bringing a residential-inspired retail concept to the Upper East Side as the British fashion brand looks…
THG raises full year profit expectations as Nutrition offsets a weaker quarter for Beauty, says GlobalData
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German Competition Authority Approves REWE’s Takeover Of 38 Tegut Stores
The German Federal Cartel Office (Bundeskartellamt) has conditionally approved retailer REWE’s planned takeover of 38 tegut stores.
Dunelm’s digital sales reach 41% of revenue as homewares retailer grows Q1 sales
Digital channels accounted for 41% of Dunelm’s sales in the first quarter, demonstrating the strength of its omnichannel proposition. The post Dunelm’s digital sales reach 41% of…