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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
