L Catterton to invest in Japan’s Seki Furniture
US-based private equity company L Catterton has agreed to invest in Japan-based Seki Furniture. L Catterton described the investment as…
17 Sep 2025
Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail unveils new affordable fashion brand
Indian retailer Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (ABFRL) has launched its new affordable fashion brand, OWND!, designed to appeal to Gen Z consumers. The brand is positioned to provide…
17 Sep 2025
Mitchell Family Office purchases beauty retailer Cos Bar
Investment company Mitchell Family Office (MFO) has acquired Cos Bar, a luxury multi-brand beauty retailer in the US. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. Founded in…
17 Sep 2025
Schnuck Markets to acquire Skogen’s Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers
US-based supermarket chain Schnuck Markets and its holding company, the 1939 Group, have agreed to acquire the Wisconsin-based parent company of Skogen’s Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers. The deal involves…
17 Sep 2025
Employment Rights Bill risks ‘backfiring’, warn British retailers
British retailers have warned that the Government’s refusal to adopt Lords’ amendments to the Employment Rights Bill could undermine its own policy goals, risking job losses and eroding workplace flexibility…
16 Sep 2025
PayMore to launch 100th electronics store in Charlotte, North Carolina
US-based electronics franchise PayMore is set to open its 100th store in Charlotte, North Carolina. The electronics resale chain buys unused devices from consumers and sells certified pre-owned electronics. PayMore…
16 Sep 2025
Bodycare to close additional 30 stores amid administration process
UK-based health and beauty retailer Bodycare is set to shutter an additional 30 stores following its entry into administration earlier this month. The decision follows the company's initial closure of…