Goldmines in the attic
January 4, 2019
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When we first started out in the retail industry many moons ago, we soon heard stories of fortunes being made on the back of Ty’s
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Gallery Direct acquires Parlane International
January 3, 2019
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Gallery Direct has announced its purchase of Parlane International. The purchase, which was completed on 3rd January 2019, was part of a strategic decision to
Retail venture creates jobs and hits revenue milestone
December 20, 2018
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An innovative commercial retail venture has achieved several notable milestones since its launch four years ago. Led by Gateshead College and shopping centre owner intu,
Xystos buys Di Palomo from Unex as it builds IP portfolio
December 20, 2018
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Xystos has bought leading bath and body brand Di Palomo from owners Unex Designs. Unex directors concluded that after a successful 18-month period of being
Retail Reflections: A gift-giving ritual; finding solace in festive sales
December 14, 2018
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Alan Monahan writes: When it comes to Christmas, grandads are apparently bottom of the country’s shopping lists. Indeed, people buy more gifts for their pets!
Retail news round-up: Top Christmas spending by region; The Entertainer buys Poly
December 14, 2018
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Wales tops the UK’s festive spending league table, with the average person shelling out £377 for presents, according to a survey from financial services firm
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