Poundland's parent, Pepco, has released its Q1 trading update, for the first quarter ending December 2020. The group as a whole saw revenue growth on a constant currency basis of 9.1%, but like-for-like sales declined by 2.1%. Poundland and Dealz performed well, with positive revenue and like-for-like growth. We look at the performance in more detail and consider how the retailer's evolution will...

Despite being an essential retailer, Poundland will once again be temporarily closing some of its stores as a result of the current lockdown. Reduced footfall leads to 'temporary hibernation' of 44 stores Poundland has put 44 stores into 'temporary hibernation', according to The Grocer. Stores closed on 8th January. Poundland has not given a date for when the stores will reopen, due to the ...

Variety discounter Poundland has acquired frozen food specialist Fulton Foods, as part of its continued evolution towards offering shoppers a greater grocery offering. What? The purchase was made for an undisclosed amount, however the retailer has said it is part of a £25m investment into its grocery offering over the next two years. Key elements of the deal; Poundland will retain ...