Liberty owner BlueGem considers sale of iconic store
Private equity house BlueGem, the largest shareholder in Liberty, has appointed advisers to explore a possible sale of the…
Debenhams confirms £40m cash injection in bid for survival
Debenhams has secured a lifeline from its lenders as the department store chain seeks a broader refinancing deal amid…
John Lewis rolls out Qubist app so all “partners” can take part in its social marketing
John Lewis & Partners has signed with employee advocate app, Qubist, to build a stronger connection with its customers…
Is Debenhams heading for a CVA?
Struggling department store Debenhams is reportedly considering entering into a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) as it ramps up its…
John Lewis to close Knight & Lee department store, putting 127 jobs at risk
John Lewis Partnership is to close the Knight & Lee department store in Hampshire, putting more than 120 jobs…
Debenhams shares plummet following day of drama
Debenhams shares collapsed on Friday following the removal of the retailer’s chairman and chief executive by Mike Ashley a…
Mike Ashley ousts Debenhams chairman, forces CEO to step down from board
Mike Ashley has forced the chairman of Debenhams to resign and the retailer’s chief executive to step down from…
Threat to John Lewis staff bonus as profits come under pressure
The John Lewis Partnership has warned that its annual staff bonus is under threat for the first time in…
Debenhams profits “on track” despite Christmas sales drop
Debenhams has unveiled declining sales over Christmas, but said it is still on track to deliver on profit expectations.
Harrods unveils new “Mens Superbrands” department
Luxury department stores Harrods has taken the wraps of its new 41,000 sq ft “Mens Superbrands” department housing 19…