Latest news, insight and analysis on Debenhams
Debenhams is the UK’s largest department store group in terms of outlet numbers, but remains behind John Lewis in turnover terms, despite a recent aggressive expansion programme. In early 2012, Debenhams had a total of 164 stores across the UK and Ireland. Of these, 142 comprised full-line department stores, the remaining 22 being smaller format stores.
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Analysis: Department stores' international presence
As House of Fraser prepares for an overseas assault, with its first international store due to open this year and multi-language and currency websites planned for next year, Retail Week takes a look at who is doing what overseas in the department store sector.
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Comment: Kingfishing for success in Romania
Given the recent performance of British brands in Romania, one can be forgiven for doubting the decision last week by B&Q owner Kingfisher to enter the market following its acquisition of Bricostore.
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