Tag: stores



Bonmarche – The High Street’s Best Kept Secret

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Posted on 18 August, 2014 by Cliff Goodwin under Business News

Less than two years after it went into administration a West Yorkshire-based clothing retailer has unveiled multi-million pound expansion plans — making it one of the fastest growing companies on the high street. On the brink of bankruptcy — and... Read More

Argos and Homebase Sales lifted by Warmer Weather

Posted on 16 June, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Home Retail Group struggled hugely during the recession, with sales dropping consistently at both its Argos and Homebase stores as consumers battled to save money. However, a combination of the economic recovery and the warmer weather has seen the group... Read More

Hobbs enters US Market with Bloomingdale’s Concessions

Posted on 6 April, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

As economic recovery intensifies a growing number of British retailers are seeking opportunities overseas in a bid to lift revenues and raise profits whilst consumer confidence is high. Whilst much of this expansion is taking place in markets such as the... Read More

MediaCityUK Outlet Store reports Strong Rise in Footfall

Posted on 4 April, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News, Economy

The retail industry may be recovering slowly but surely, yet picking up bargains where possible is still a priority for most consumers concerned about the cost of living. As a result, outlet stores remain popular shopping destinations. This has been... Read More

Dunelm Mill to step up Expansion Plan

Posted on 15 February, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Since the upturn in consumer confidence retailers have been quick to examine growth options in a bid to capitalise on the increase in spending power. As a result, demand for retail property is on the rise, with homeware and furniture chains at the forefront... Read More

Home Retail Group forecasts Strong Profits for Full Year Trading

Posted on 21 January, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

As recently as two years ago, Argos and Homebase were struggling to overcome financial difficulties in the face of the recession, with consumers unwilling to spend on anything other than essentials. In fact, there were those who predicted Argos to become one... Read More

Mountain Warehouse to Expand Store Portfolio in 2014

Posted on 17 January, 2014 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Tourism in the UK has taken off in recent years, with the favourable economic conditions and strengthening infrastructure attracting backpackers and holidaymakers seeking luxury alike. Many are seeking the shopping scene and historical attractions in... Read More

Google Remains Cagey about Floating Store Project

Posted on 24 December, 2013 by Cliff Goodwin under Worldwide Property News

Never a company accused of thinking small, Google is apparently planning to anchor three giant floating stores on both coasts of the United States. Details of the internet giant’s pioneering retail project were leaked recently after suspicions... Read More

Electrical Chain Comet is Put Back on the Market

Posted on 24 October, 2012 by Kirsten Kennedy under Business News

Electrical goods retailers have had a fairly tough time during the double dip recession. As well as a dip in consumer interest driven by the need of many households to cut back on luxuries such as new computers and televisions, strong competition from online... Read More

World’s Largest Commercial Property Ice-Cream Parlour Expands in the UK

Posted on 14 May, 2012 by MOVEHUT under Business News, Commercial Developments, Industry News

Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest ice-cream commercial property parlour chain, has announced plans to virtually double the number of UK commercial property stores over the next three years, creating hundreds of jobs.... Read More