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Introductory Analysis. Amazon’s Dominance: Amazon’s FY revenue of £451.4 billion makes it not only the largest retailer by revenue but also highlights its significant 12% year-on-year growth.This underscores Amazon’s continued dominance in the UK retail sector, despite being a non-UK-based company.

Jan 22, 2025 · Asda named David Lepley as chief supply chain officer, returning after 15 years with Morrison’s.This appointment aligns with Asda’s focus on enhancing grocery logistics to meet customer demands amid leadership changes aimed at maximizing value.. Adidas achieved a 24% revenue increase to €5.97bn in Q4 2024, with a gross margin up to 49.8%. Full-year revenues rose to €23.68bn, driven by ...

1 day ago · HMV owner Doug Putman is reportedly exploring a bid for WH Smith’s high street arm after the retailer announced plans to sell its 500-store chain. Modella Capital, owner of Hobbycraft, is also in talks regarding a potential acquisition, although the outcome remains unclear. WH Smith’s move comes as its high street profits dropped 9% to £39m last year, while its travel business now ...

The latest news and updates on UK retailing, from the business journalists at Retail Sector. We write about the UK retail industry often and in detail. Retail Sector brings you the latest on what’s happening in retail on the high street, online, and on mobile, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.

Jan 7, 2025 · Quiz has announced plans to delist from the London Stock Exchange, citing regulatory costs and financial pressures.The move requires a 75% shareholder majority, with founder Tarak Ramzan and key investors supporting the decision. Quiz reported a £4.7m pre-tax loss in the six months to 30 September, driven by inflationary impacts and weak consumer demand, leading to an 8% revenue drop to £39.1m.

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Dec 20, 2024 · Retail sales in the UK edged up by 0.2% in November, falling short of analysts’ 0.5% forecast.The slight increase followed a 0.7% decline in October, with food sales rising for the first time in three months, up 0.5%, while non-food revenues rose by 0.2%.

Today’s news in brief-20/12/24. Retail sales in the UK edged up by 0.2% in November, falling short of analysts’ 0.5% forecast. The slight increase…