A new filing by Matches' administrators shows there’s been plenty of interest in buying it but that even if it was sold as a going concern, any new owner would have to deal with its severely dented reputation.

​Interiors and fragrance brand L’Objet has appointed Stanislas Le Bert as CEO, effective immediately, ahead of its opening of a beauty concession inside Harrods next month.

THG’s Q1 saw sales growth accelerating from 1.1% at the end of last year to 4.5% this time. And it said it saw a “standout performance” in THG Beauty, with an 11.1% rise at constant currency, compared to just 2.6% in Q4.

Primark's owner announced its interim results on Tuesday with the 24 weeks to the beginning of March showing that the chain is continuing to prosper and its baby steps into digital are paying off.

​Middle Eastern and Chinese investors are reportedly eyeing a Selfridges stake as Thailand-based Central Group continues to seek an owner-partner to replace failed co-owner Signa.

To sustain a double-digit annual growth rate, the online retailer specializing in outdoor gear has announced a funding round totaling €15 million.

What better way for an outlet shopping centre to celebrate a 15th anniversary than to announce another set of record footfall and sales numbers.

The UK consumers’ crown for being among the leaders in sustainability values is slipping. They’re less sustainably minded than they were just a year ago, according to a new ‘Global Voices’ survey from digital firm ESW.

Few brands are as attached to the concept of craft as Tod’s whose creative collaboration, The Art of Craftmanship – A Project by Venetian Masters, opened with panache on Friday night.

​Adding consumer attractions continues to be part of many a shopping centre’s playbook and Battersea Power Station is no different.

New Look’s ambitions on sustainability have been given a boost, gaining approval from the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) regarding its emissions targets.

UK consumer confidence isn’t just on the up again, it’s reached a new two-year high as personal finances improve, especially among 25-34 year-olds. But that isn’t necessarily feeding through to spending habits.

Hardware stores, furniture shops, and clothing stores all reported a rise in sales, but these gains were offset by falling food sales and in department stores where retailers say higher prices hit trading.”

London-based Trouva has yet another new owner. The platform for independent boutiques and brands has been acquired by Fy! for an undisclosed sum.

Fashion, accessories and homewares retailer Oliver Bonas is set to open a 3,000 sq ft store within the Touchwood shopping centre in Solihull.

The two luxury brands, along with the Italian retailer, are making a name for themselves at this year's Milan Design Week with some particularly original and environmentally-friendly projects.