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UK retail
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Why Next plc just bought Russell & Bromley—but left 33 stores behind
Next acquires Russell & Bromley’s brand and three stores via pre-pack deal. Find out what this signals for UK retail and the rest of the business.
THG PLC beats Q4 2025 guidance as THG Beauty and THG Nutrition show strategic momentum
THG PLC posts strong Q4 2025 results led by Lookfantastic and Myprotein. Find out what this means for its turnaround and 2026 growth prospects.
Dunelm Group plc (LON: DNLM) sees first-half momentum slow as promotional pressure weighs on Q2 margins and guidance
Dunelm cuts FY26 profit guidance after a soft Q2 driven by holiday weakness. Find out what’s next for its digital, furniture, and margin strategy now.
Marks and Spencer (LSE: MKS) gains grocery share but struggles in fashion—what Q3 signals for 2026
Marks and Spencer’s Q3 FY26 update shows strong food growth, Ocado traction, and fashion weakness. Read the full strategic analysis and investor impact.
JD Sports Fashion (LON: JD) Q3 sales lift from Hibbett and Courir, but UK and footwear trends drag near-term outlook
JD Sports’ Q3 sales grew 8.1 percent driven by acquisitions, but footwear drag and macro softness led to cautious FY26 profit guidance. Read full analysis.
Sainsbury’s shares surge after H1 2025/26 results show profit resilience, dividend boost and £800m shareholder returns
Sainsbury’s shares rise on strong H1 results, upgraded guidance, and over £800m in shareholder returns. Learn what’s driving investor confidence in FY26.
Can Marks and Spencer (LSE: MKS) recover from the cyber shock? What FY25 interim results reveal about momentum, margins, and Ocado
Marks and Spencer reports cyber-hit interim results but commits to growth via Ocado Retail, logistics automation, and new store plans. Read the full story.
Can Supreme plc use SlimFast to lead the next chapter of weight management in the UK and Europe?
Supreme plc acquires SlimFast UK and Europe for £20.1M, expanding into the £1.5B weight management market. See how this deal fits the group’s growth strategy.
Is the UK shopper pulling back? What September sales reveal ahead of the Autumn Budget
UK retail sales rose 2.3% in September, driven by food inflation and iPhone sales. Read how Budget fears and cautious consumers are shaping Q4 expectations.
Greggs Q3 2025 trading update: Heatwave slows sales but bakery giant holds its full-year outlook
Greggs plc’s Q3 2025 sales slowed amid a summer heatwave, but management reaffirmed its outlook. Find out how the bakery giant plans to sustain growth.