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HMV to close Oxford Street flagship store as rent costs soar
HMV is set to close its flagship Oxford Street store in March next year, less than four years after returning to the historic site, following a proposed doubling of its rent. The entertainment retailer said the increased rental costs, combined with...
UK shoppers drive pre-owned boom as refurbished electricals gain ground
UK consumers are leading the global shift towards second-hand shopping, with 87 per cent purchasing pre-loved products in the past year, according to eBay’s 2026 ‘Recommerce Report’. The findings highlight growing opportunities for electrical...
‘Alexa, put the kettle on’ – Morphy Richards launches new smart kettle
Morphy Richards is making one of the nation’s most familiar kitchen rituals smarter with the launch of the new Halo Alexa Kettle. Designed for consumers looking for smart kitchen appliances, easy-to-use kitchen technology and connected home...
Argos to add home electricals to its expanding online marketplace platform
Argos is set to substantially increase the number of products available to customers, with electricals among the new categories being introduced through its Trusted Sellers marketplace. The retailer plans to have more than 130,000 products...
The ‘transformative’ new side-opening oven from Caple
Caple has introduced its new C2225BG 60cm electric single oven with a side-opening door – enhancing accessibility and everyday convenience, and coming in stylish black glass. The latest addition to the manufacturer’s Sense collection, the C2225BG...
Sirius continues raising funds for Oesophageal Cancer Charity at Gala Dinner auction
Sirius Buying Group has announced an increased fundraising total of £13,500 for its 2026 charity partner, OCHRE – the Oesophageal Cancer Charity. This comes after the buying group’s charity auction held at the Gala Dinner of its 25th Anniversary...
‘It feels like a natural next step’: Currys goes live on TikTok Shop
Currys has launched on TikTok Shop in a move that gives the electrical retailer another route to reach the platform’s more than 30 million monthly UK users, while allowing customers to discover and buy products without leaving the app. The launch,...
AMDEA welcomes Defra announcement on labelling of wet appliances
AMDEA has welcomed the announcement from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) that the proposed Mandatory Water Efficiency Labelling Scheme (MWELS) will not apply to ‘wet’ appliances. The Association, which represents the...
Epson unveils new AI-powered 4K laser projectors for immersive home cinema
Epson has announced a new generation of 4K laser home cinema projectors, combining AI-powered image processing with large-screen projection and smart-home connectivity. The new range is designed to bring a more cinematic viewing experience into...
Haier Europe cuts operational emissions by 63%
Haier Europe has reported a 63 per cent year-on-year reduction in operational greenhouse gas emissions, alongside a significant increase in its use of renewable electricity. The figures come from the company’s 2025 Sustainability Report, which...
‘The chance to connect, learn and grow together’: CIH launches new tradeshow for members and suppliers
CIH recently introduced its new Tradeshow Reloaded at the end of September – which brought together members, agents and suppliers to network and hear latest business updates from the CIH leadership team ahead of the crucial peak trading season....
Morphy Richards celebrates 90th anniversary with a suite of new home appliances
Morphy Richards marked its 90th anniversary with a showcase of new products and technologies at IFA Berlin earlier this month, highlighting developments across kitchen appliances and air treatment. The brand presented its Smart Ideas philosophy,...
