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Welcome to The Checkout by Kuro House, your daily AI update on the latest in retail and technology. Today we have some exciting news from fashion retail, e-commerce logistics, and innovative safety measures in stores. Let’s dive right in.
Mango is making a bold move in Scotland with a brand-new store in Aberdeen. According to Retail Bulletin, this is Mango’s first shop in Aberdeen, located in the Union Square shopping centre. The store spans nearly 5,000 square feet and showcases Mango’s latest womenswear collection, including clothing, footwear, and accessories. Designed around Mango’s New Med concept, the store features natural textures and sustainable materials, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere inspired by the Mediterranean. This marks Mango’s ninth location in Scotland, expanding its footprint and appeal to more customers in the UK.
Zalando has reported impressive growth in its third quarter, fueled by its recent acquisition of About You. As shared by Retail Bulletin, gross merchandise volume jumped 21.6% to 4.2 billion euros, while revenue climbed 26.5% to 3 billion euros. Adjusted EBIT also increased slightly to 96 million euros, showing solid profitability. Zalando also announced a strategic partnership with the German Football Federation, becoming a main partner for all national teams, and expanded its collaboration with Marks and Spencer. Co-CEO David Schröder highlighted their strategy to capture profitable growth across both B2C and B2B channels.
Selfridges is bringing some Disney magic to the holiday season with an enchanting Christmas campaign. Retail Gazette reports the campaign runs until the end of December across Selfridges stores in London, Birmingham, and Manchester. Highlights include interactive windows, a Disney-inspired light and music show on Oxford Street, and exclusive Disney products, with up to 80% only available at Selfridges. Customers can enjoy live performances, visits with Santa, and screenings of Disney classics in the store’s cinema. CEO André Maeder said they’re pushing retail boundaries with this once-in-a-lifetime collaboration to create joyful experiences.
Ann Summers is stepping up store safety by rolling out body cameras to staff in 23 stores nationwide. Retail Gazette covered this move following a successful eight-week trial earlier this year. The cameras aim to deter aggressive behavior and provide reassurance to employees in locations with higher risk or history of incidents. CEO Maria Hollins emphasized that colleague and customer safety is their top priority and that the rollout is part of a broader commitment to a secure shopping environment. The initiative also includes enhanced staff training with practical role play and privacy guidance.
InPost UK has delivered record growth in Q3 2025, driven by booming parcel volumes and strategic acquisitions. Retail Times reports parcel volumes soared 34% year-over-year to 351.5 million, with revenue up 49% to 3.8 billion PLN. The UK led growth with parcel volumes tripling and revenue increasing fourfold, thanks largely to acquisitions like Yodel and Menzies. InPost expanded its locker network to nearly 90,000 points across Europe, maintaining market leadership in Poland, France, and the UK. CEO Rafał Brzoska highlighted strong cash flow and a commitment to delivering best-in-class quality during the upcoming peak season.
That’s a wrap for today’s updates on retail innovation and growth. From new store openings and strategic partnerships to safety tech and record logistics performance, the retail landscape keeps evolving rapidly. Thanks for tuning in to The Checkout by Kuro House. We’ll catch you again tomorrow with more news you can use.
