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Matalan appoints Adele Pickering as head of creative brand

UK fashion and homeware retailer Matalan has announced the appointment of Adele Pickering as head of creative brand. Pickering will join the business in November, strengthening the retailer’s senior brand leadership. Pickering brings more than 20 years of creative experience across fashion, home, beauty, and lifestyle. She has previously held...

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Matalan appoints former Marks & Spencer director Richard Price as adviser

US specialty apparel retailer Matalan has confirmed that Richard Price, former managing director of clothing, home and beauty at British retailer Marks & Spencer, is working with the company as an adviser. The appointment comes as the business continues to deliver its transformation and growth strategy. Price brings more than three decades of...

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Matalan announces exit of CEO Henrik Nordvall

British fashion and homeware value retailer Matalan has confirmed that chief executive officer Henrik Nordvall will leave the business by “mutual agreement” with the board. Nordvall, who joined Matalan in February, will be replaced by Karl-Heinz Holland as executive chair on a permanent basis, having served as chair since 2023, “to build on the...

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Matalan narrows annual losses, boosts revenue amid strategic transformation

British retail giant Matalan has narrowed its annual losses and achieved a slight increase in total revenue for the full year, driven by its ongoing strategic transformation, improvements in its product ranges, and strong online performance. For the 53 weeks ended 28 February 2026, total statutory revenues rose by 0.2 percent to 987 million...

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Matalan reportedly eyeing Irish retail debut

British department store Matalan is believed to be eyeing a retail debut in Ireland amid broader store expansion plans currently underway. According to The Times, the retailer has tasked Savills with exploring potential sites across Ireland, with a particular focus believed to be on retail parks. The media outlet said no specific deal has yet...

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Matalan strengthens product leadership with two senior executive appointments

UK-based fashion and homeware retailer Matalan has announced the appointment of two senior executives to its product leadership team. Angela Gaskell joins the business as director of sourcing, purchasing, quality and fit, while Jonty Wilson has been named head of quality and technical. The appointments are intended to bolster the end-to-end...

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Matalan secures 25 million pounds investment to accelerate growth

UK fashion and homeware retailer Matalan has announced a commitment for an additional 25 million pounds (33.32 million dollars) in funding from its core investor group. The consortium includes US-based Invesco, UK-based Tresidor, UK-based Man Group, and US-based Napier Park. If drawn down, the capital will be used to advance the strategic...

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Matalan records 38 percent EBITDA growth following strategic investment

UK value retailer Matalan has reported a robust financial performance for the third quarter ended November 28, 2025, supported by a significant rise in profitability and a return to positive sales momentum. The company delivered a 38 percent increase in EBITDA on a pre-IFRS 16 basis, reaching 27 million pounds (36.3 million dollars). This...

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Matalan plots to refurbish 40 stores, rolls out concession concept

British chain Matalan has said it will continue to roll out its retail refurbishment plans into the new year, with 40 stores now due to undergo renovations. The updated strategy, which will see 10 more locations refurbished than initially planned, comes in response to the positive response of already refreshed stores, which Matalan said are...

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Matalan names new director of people and talent

Matalan has confirmed the appointment of Beccy Davies to the new role of director of people and talent. The British retailer announced the news on LinkedIn, where it revealed Davies had joined the team this month. Davies comes to Matalan from IT sales and distribution firm Exertis UK, where she served as head of HR for almost two years. Prior to...

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Matalan names new head of buying for childrenswear

British department store Matalan has named Ruth Golightly as its new head of buying for its childrenswear department. While Golightly first took up the position in September, the news has now been confirmed by Matalan to the media. Golightly announced her appointment on LinkedIn, where, in response to the announcement of a new CEO for the...

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Matalan taps former H&M MD as new CEO

British fashion and homeware retailer Matalan has named Henrik Nordvall as its new chief executive officer, a role he will take up from February 2026. Nordvall will succeed Karl-Heinz Holland, who stepped into the role of executive chair upon the departure of Jo Whitfield after she exited as CEO last year. Holland, who temporarily led the...