Discount Retailer Expands into City Centre Location
- B&M to open a new store in Manchester Arndale centre
- Taking over former Wilko unit
- Retailer offers home goods, groceries, and electronics
- Steve Gray welcomes B&M as a strong household name
B&M, the discount retailer, is set to open a new 30,000sq ft store in Manchester’s Arndale centre later this year. The store will be located in the unit previously occupied by Wilko, which closed in October due to administration. This marks a shift for B&M, as it typically trades from retail park locations. Customers can expect a wide range of home goods, groceries, electronics, and seasonal products at the new location. Steve Gray, Head of European retail asset management at Global Mutual (Arndale Centre’s parent company), expressed delight in welcoming B&M as it strengthens Manchester Arndale’s reputation as a leading retail destination with diverse offerings.
Factuality Level: 8
Factuality Justification: The article provides relevant information about B&M opening a new store in Manchester’s Arndale centre and quotes from Steve Gray of Global Mutual. It also mentions the types of products that will be available at the store. However, it could provide more details on the specific location within the Arndale Centre and the impact on other retailers.
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Financial Markets Impacted: B&M, retail sector
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