Wilko: Gordon Brothers mull rescue deal for troubled retailer as 12,000 jobs on the line August 8, 2023 Troubled retailer Wilko could reportedly be rescued by global advisory and investment firm Gordon Brothers, which has a history of saving struggling brands. Last week the family owned business made notice of its intention to appoint administrators, after it spent the summer hunting for a rescue deal. Wilko, which has 400 sites across the UK, [...]
B&M chairman Peter Bamford to step down after six years at the top January 23, 2024 The chairman of discount retail giant B&M is to retire later this year, it has been announced.
Tate & Lyle sweetens board with veteran Safestore exec as new chair November 8, 2023 Tate & Lyle has poached a top-level executive at the self-storage giant Safestore to be its new director and board chair.
Morrisons: Debt-laden grocer records strongest sales growth in three years March 27, 2024 Supermarket Morrisons has reported its strongest like-for-like sales in over three years, helped by competitive pricing strategies.
Big firms return to CBI after sexual misconduct scandal and overhaul August 26, 2024 A number of major British companies have renewed their engagement with the CBI as the lobby group looks to rebuild its membership.
M&S and Harrods pay tribute to ‘selfless devotion’ of Queen as Selfridges’ stores close September 9, 2022 High street leaders have paid their respects to Queen Elizabeth II, remembering her “comfort, leadership and steadfastness”. The Queen passed away yesterday at Balmoral Castle, after a reign spanning seven decades, aged 96. Luxury department store Selfridges announced its stores in London, Manchester and Birmingham would remain closed on Friday out of respect. The stores [...]
A gateway whisky for a ‘journey with Old Pulteney’ June 14, 2024 Old Pulteney is the only brand whose story, distillery, and whisky are shaped by the sea with a unique combination of brisk sea air and meticulous cask selection.
Boom in Hikvision UK sales sparks calls for full ban on Chinese CCTV giant June 9, 2024 News that Hikvision's UK sales boomed last year has sparked calls for a complete ban on the Chinese CCTV giant.
Shop price inflation drops as supermarkets slash costs January 30, 2024 Shop price inflation fell to its lowest level since May 2022, helped by supermarkets continually slashing their prices.
FTSE 100 Live: London markets open higher as Travis Perkins issues profit warning June 16, 2023 FTSE 100 opened higher on Friday on a boost from energy and mining stocks, despite a profit warning from Travis Perkins.