Poundland news and analysis – Page 17
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NewsPoundland confirms flotation plan for March
Poundland today confirmed its intention to proceed with an initial public offering which it said will mark the “next phase” of the business.
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NewsLightbody tempts with One Direction
Lightbody Ventures will be hoping its latest launch – One Direction biscuits – has the X Factor…
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Poundland reveals plans to open Dealz stores in Spain
Poundland has announced plans to open 10 new stores over the next two years in Spain.
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NewsPoundland sales growth down to ‘broadening appeal’
A surge in middle class shoppers has helped Poundland to secure record Christmas sales.
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Poundland offers £1 fitness sessions with WeightWatchers
With much of the nation embracing a post-Christmas health kick, Poundland is teaming up with WeightWatchers to offer customers £1 personal trainer sessions.
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NewsPoundland signs up to sell Health Lottery tickets
Poundland has announced a partnership with the Health Lottery with tickets available in 280 stores from tomorrow.
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NewsPoundland to launch Jane Asher bakeware range in 2014
Poundland is set to join forces with baking entrepreneur and actress Jane Asher to launch an exclusive bakeware collection in spring 2014.
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NewsPoundland boss on flotation talk: It’s a natural output of success
Poundland CEO Jim McCarthy has described a flotation as “a natural output of success” as speculation continues to build that the discounter is to launch an initial public offering (IPO) for next year.
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Analysis & FeaturesAre pound shops milking it?
More and more non-food discounters are stocking fresh milk. What’s behind their attraction to the white stuff, and what does it mean for dairy?
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NewsAsda, Iceland and Poundland revamp websites
Asda, Iceland and Poundland have all launched revamped websites this week, showing a common focus to seek out growth online.
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Poundland to create 300 jobs with 11 store openings in 11 days
Poundland is on track to pull off an ambitious 11 store openings in 11 days, the discounter has said.
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NewsPoundland adds 100 branded lines to grocery range
Poundland has rolled out 100 new lines to its range of groceries, including Kellogg’s cornflakes, Heinz soups and McVities biscuits.
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Comment & Opinion
Talking Shop: Obsess about detail, detail
There is a saying used by retailers and about retailers - “they know the price of everything but the value of nothing”…
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NewsPoundland appoints 'ambassadors' in Facebook feedback plan
Poundland has appointed 10 ‘ambassadors’ to sing its praises on social media after launching a search among…
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Comment & Opinion
Wallop's Poundland 'exposé' lacked teeth
Secrets of Poundland (C4, 8pm, 17 September) pulled in Dispatches’ second-biggest audience on record…
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NewsTop games ready for Replay at Poundland
Poundland has added PlayStation 2 and Xbox games to its Replay range, which sells refurbished CDs and DVDs…
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Analysis & FeaturesRetailers remain chastened by their Workfare experience
Muddle of government initiatives is branded ‘a jigsaw without a picture’ despite High Court giving notorious scheme the all-clear.
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NewsRight royal knees-up at Poundland
Poundland recruited a host of almost-famous faces to kick off its ‘Party All Summer Long’ campaign.
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NewsSweet Heaven gets a makeover at Poundland
Poundland has revamped and relaunched its ‘Sweet Heaven’ bagged sweets range.
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NewsPoundland basket spend is higher
Shoppers snap up more bargains at Poundland than at its pound shop rivals, research by Him! has revealed.