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Kmart Opens Its First Store in St. Marys, Bringing Jobs and Affordability to Western Sydney

World

19 Sep, 2024

Kmart Opens Its First Store in St. Marys, Bringing Jobs and Affordability to Western Sydney


Kmart Australia has opened its latest store today in St Marys in Sydney’s outer west, bringing its national footprint to...

Flybuys NZ Shuts Down After Nearly 30 Years: What This Means for Loyalty Programs

Business

19 Sep, 2024

Flybuys NZ Shuts Down After Nearly 30 Years: What This Means for Loyalty Programs


Flybuys New Zealand, a household name synonymous with rewarding customer loyalty for nearly three decades, has announced its closure. This...

Killarney's Retail Boom: New Businesses, Vacant Premises Snapped Up, and a Thriving Tourism Scene

Local

12 Sep, 2024

Killarney's Retail Boom: New Businesses, Vacant Premises Snapped Up, and a Thriving Tourism Scene


There is currently a real vibrancy in the commercial life of Killarney with retail premises coming on the market for...

Smiggle Boss Sacked for 'Serious Misconduct': What We Know So Far

Business

9 Sep, 2024

Smiggle Boss Sacked for 'Serious Misconduct': What We Know So Far


Stationery retailer Smiggle's managing director John Cheston was allegedly found to have engaged in serious misconduct, leading to the immediate...

Sainsbury's to Acquire 10 Homebase Stores for Supermarket Conversion

Business

29 Aug, 2024

Sainsbury's to Acquire 10 Homebase Stores for Supermarket Conversion


In a strategic move to expand its supermarket footprint and solidify its position in the market, Sainsbury's, Britain's second-largest supermarket...

Shoplifting Soars by 34% in Scotland: Retailers Demand Action as Crime Rates Rise

World

28 Aug, 2024

Shoplifting Soars by 34% in Scotland: Retailers Demand Action as Crime Rates Rise


Recorded crime in Scotland has risen in the past year, with figures showing domestic abuse up by 22% and shoplifting...

JD Sports Sees Strong Sales Growth in Q2, Driven by US and European Surge

Business

22 Aug, 2024

JD Sports Sees Strong Sales Growth in Q2, Driven by US and European Surge


JD Sports Fashion Plc, a leading retailer of sports, fashion and outdoor brands, has announced a positive second quarter trading...

Morrisons Backtracks on Self-Checkouts: "Went a Bit Too Far" Says CEO

Business

21 Aug, 2024

Morrisons Backtracks on Self-Checkouts: "Went a Bit Too Far" Says CEO


Supermarket to cut back on the technology in its shops, amid a growing backlash Morrisons “went a bit too far”...

Local Priest Raises Concerns About Lidl's Impact on Sixmilebridge's Social Fabric

World

20 Aug, 2024

Local Priest Raises Concerns About Lidl's Impact on Sixmilebridge's Social Fabric


Prominent Catholic priest, Fr Harry Bohan has expressed fears for local retailers in a small Co Clare town in response...

TJX Companies Inc. (TJX) Q2 2025 Earnings Preview: What to Expect

Business

20 Aug, 2024

TJX Companies Inc. (TJX) Q2 2025 Earnings Preview: What to Expect


The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX) is likely to see top-and-bottom-line growth when it reports second-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings on Aug...

Numero Uno Targets 30% Revenue Growth with Major Expansion Plans: South India on the Horizon

Business

20 Aug, 2024

Numero Uno Targets 30% Revenue Growth with Major Expansion Plans: South India on the Horizon


Denim brand Numero Uno is eyeing a significant growth trajectory with an ambitious expansion strategy. The brand, known for its...

Ted Baker Closes All UK Stores, Putting 500 Jobs at Risk

Business

18 Aug, 2024

Ted Baker Closes All UK Stores, Putting 500 Jobs at Risk


The remaining 31 Ted Baker stores in the UK are set to close this week, putting more than 500 jobs...

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