All articles by Tiffany Holland
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NewsThe Original Factory Shop lowers prices to attract more shoppers
The Original Factory Shop is lowering prices and sharpening its in-store offer after profits slipped last year when it invested in the business.
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NewsUS app rewards customers for tracking retailers' empty shelves
A US company has developed an app which rewards customers for tracking empty shelves in retailers’ stores and helping retailers stay well-stocked.
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NewsN Brown boss said it was 'knocked sideways' by warm September
N Brown boss Angela Spindler said the retailer was “’knocked sideways” by the unusually warm weather that led the company to issue a profit warning.
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NewsJessops turns profit in first full year under owner Peter Jones
Jessops has turned a profit in its first full financial year under owner and Dragons’ Den star Peter Jones as it plans to open stores.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Westfield shopping centre’s second chance in Bradford
Plans for Westfield’s Bradford branch were abandoned in 2008, angering local residents. But as Retail Week discovers, things are back on track.
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NewsHolland & Barrett to trial superstore format as it eyes former Phones 4u shops
Holland & Barrett is in negotiations on a 7,000 sq ft site to trial a superstore format as it eyes a tranche of former Phones 4u stores.
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GalleryIn pictures: Jessops opens shops in Sainsbury's superstores
Jessops has signed a “landmark” deal with Sainsbury’s, which will see it opening shops-in-shops within the grocer’s superstores.
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NewsShop price deflation accelerates in September and is set to continue
Shop price deflation accelerated to 1.8% in September from 1.6% in August, as retailers recorded historically low levels of price increases which are set to continue.
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AnalysisMarks & Spencer launches M&S Baby: What do retailers need to know?
Marks & Spencer launched its M&S Baby brand this week. Retail Week looks at what retailers need to know about the new brand.
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NewsHolland & Barrett ramps up store openings as it benefits from the 'health pound'
Holland & Barrett will open 70 new stores across Europe, as sales and profits jumped last year as it benefits from the resilience of the “health pound”.
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NewsThe Perfume Shop appoints new boss as Jo Walker steps down after 22 years
The Perfume Shop owner AS Watson has appointed Gill Smith as the fragrance brand’s new boss, as Jo Walker stands down after 22 years.
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GalleryIn pictures: Hyundai to launch new digital car showroom in Bluewater
Car manufacturer Hyundai is opening a new digital car showroom in Bluewater, as it aims to make car-buying a less intimidating experience.
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NewsJD Sports secures five former Kiddicare stores to expand Ultimate Outdoors chain
JD Sports has secured five former Kiddicare stores as it prepares to roll out its Ultimate Outdoors fascia, Retail Week understands.
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NewsTopshop launches on China's ShangPin with mall takeover
Chinese fashion etailer ShangPin and Topshop took over one of Beijing’s largest malls last week with a mobile marketing campaign.
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AnalysisIn the news: Tesco non-execs Richard Cousins and Mikael Ohlsson profiled
Tesco has brought in two new non executive directors to help steady the ship. Retail Week takes a closer look at their careers to discover what they will bring to the beleaguered grocer.
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NewsHolland & Barrett to launch click-and-collect and order in store within 12 months
Holland & Barrett is launching click-and-collect and order in store across the next 12 months as it ramps up efforts to become an omnichannel retailer.
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NewsSupermarket watchdog urges suppliers to raise complaints about conduct breaches
The supermarket watchdog has urged suppliers to submit complaints about potential breaches of the industry’s code of conduct.
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NewsMarks & Spencer launches M&S Baby as it aims to offer 'trusted' brand
Marks & Spencer has launched into maternity today with the new M&S Baby brand, as the retailer aims to offer a ‘trusted’ range.
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NewsTesco bolsters board with two new non-executives following profits scandal
Tesco has bolstered its board with two new non-executive directors, which includes hiring former Ikea chief executive Mikael Ohlsson.
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NewsLloydspharmacy targets wearable tech to become 'authoritative' healthcare provider
Lloydspharmacy aims to become a specialist in healthcare wearable tech to differentiate its offer form its health and beauty rivals.