Poundstretcher stretches to new locations

Cushman & Wakefield has been retained by Poundstretcher to acquire new stores throughout the South of England and Wales, and also look to make group acquisitions.

Poundstretcher is Britain’s largest discount retailer operating a countrywide network of retail outlets. It urgently requires new stores following the opening of 33 stores since 1 April 2011. Currently trading from circa 380 stores across the UK, Poundstretcher has an aggressive expansion strategy reflecting the need of the consumer for discount products.

Robert Alston of Cushman & Wakefield, said, “We are delighted to be acting for Poundstretcher in its search for new stores both in town and out-of-town. Poundstretcher has seen particular demand for its products in recent years and we are looking to open new stores for the retailer throughout the South of the UK, having just completed our first acquisition.”

Tim Shattock of Poundstretcher, said “Following the opening of 33 stores already this financial year, and with another 20 in solicitors’ hands, we are very pleased to have retained Cushman & Wakefield to help with our continued growth strategy.”