Lighting shines for John Lewis
Lighting was a standout product category for John Lewis in the past week with a double-digit sales increase as the chain recorded increased total sales.
Khoo to take axe to UK store network
Laura Ashley is to close a quarter of its UK stores as it looks to boost its presence in China.
FMC gives Christmas boost to those in need of help
The Furniture Makers’ Company, the furnishings industry’s charity and City of London livery company, has given seven retired industry workers an early Christmas present of £300 each this festive season.
Leekes upbeat as retail and leisure deliver growth
Retail and leisure group Leekes has matched last year’s profits in the first eight months of this financial year.
British soft seating specialist launches first ever in-store retail range
British soft-seating specialist Bazaar Group has produced its first instore retail range which will be exclusively unveiled at the 2019 January Furniture Show in January.
Fewer promotions and mild weather hits John Lewis
John Lewis saw sales fall in the week to 8 December, including a major drop in home sales.
November completed a year of declining footfall
Retail footfall fell for the 12th consecutive month in November.
Sleepeezee is to significantly increase marketing investment
Bed manufacturer Sleepeezee is to invest millions of pounds in consumer marketing in 2019 after finding its brand awareness was higher than expected among shoppers.
Walsh confident on recovery plan after sales plunge
Carpetright’s UK like for like sales fell by almost a fifth during its CVA process, and while they improved, were almost down by 10% in the past quarter.
Travis Perkins business review could see Wickes put up for sale
Wickes owner Travis Perkins has indicated that it could sell the chain as part of a review of the group indicating it will focus on its trade people customers.
