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Screwfix has expanded its on-demand delivery service, Screwfix Sprint, to 600 stores nationwide, giving more than 62 per cent of the UK population access to rapid delivery. The Kingfisher-owned brand has continued to scale the service in partnership with co…
Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Aldi has teased its upcoming Christmas advert, revealing that Kevin the Carrot is returning for another festive adventure as he searches for his family’s missing pet, Cauli Dog. The discounter has released a 10-second teaser across its social media channels…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Smyths Toys new Christmas catalogue launches with supporting ad campaign Toy World Magazine
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Smyths Toys Superstores offers limited-time LEGO discount across UK & ROI stores Retail Times
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: As Halloween landed on a Saturday this year, shoplifting incidents rose sharply – jumping 163 per cent year-on-year. Data from the SAI One Platform, which analyses insight from more than 1,000 UK retail locations and inputs from over 30,000 cameras every da…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The Range and Wilko owner CDS Superstores has reported record revenues of £1.7bn following its acquisition of Homebase, as the retail group continues to expand its store estate and digital operations. Sales climbed 16.4 per cent to £1.714bn in the 52 weeks …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Hamleys reveals its 15 best Christmas toys for stress-free gifting – all under £100 London Evening Standard
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Sports Direct has made its African debut with two store openings in Kenya, through Frasers Group’s strategic partnership with Hudson Group.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Superdry & Co is set to relocate and refurbish its store at Harlequin Watford, as the shopping centre’s total tenant investment reaches £30m since 2024. Superdry will move into a 5,549 sq ft unit on the centre’s Upper Mall, joining brands including White St…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Marks & Spencer, Asos and Topshop are turning to celebrity collaborations, artificial intelligence and luxury-inspired collections to win back younger shoppers. The companies are adopting strategies traditionally associated with designer brands, combining h…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Smyths Toys offering Giveaways, Dance Parties, and Face Painting this weekend across UK stores Retail Times
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Japanese retailer UNIQLO has opened its first store in Wales, which will be located in Cardiff. Opening in Autumn 2027, the new Cardiff store can be found in St David’s shopping centre. It will span 940 square metres and have two floors. The new store will …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Toys 36% cheaper than in 1996, even as other retail prices have doubled Retail Week
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Revenues at Smyths Toys UK arm top £1 billion for first time RTE.ie
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Oxfam’s retail profits have fallen 23 per cent due to mounting pressure from rising costs, declining donations and the growing popularity of resale platforms such as Vinted and Depop. The charity’s retail profits dropped to £4.9m in the year to March 2026, …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Adam Newington and Callum McIntyre-Nash are applying their subscription expertise to a low-frequency greetings-card service that champions living artists, thoughtful communication and convenience without compromise. The inspiration behind The Card Boys, a q…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The cost of Christmas: How prices of classic 90s toys have changed Retail Week
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Merry squishmas: £10 squeezy banana on list of top festive season toys The Guardian
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: ‘My items from toy giant didn’t arrive. They made me feel like a liar’ The Times
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.