All Retail Week articles in 1-7 December 2018
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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Retail VoiceDelivering beyond Black Friday is the tricky part
Black Friday, UK retailâs busiest day, is a prime opportunity for consumers to grab a bargain and a great way for retailers to make big money in the run up to Christmas.
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Retail VoiceDigital wallets: the global payments opportunity
Truly borderless shopping means breaking down payment barriers as well as cracking international markets.
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AnalysisConsumer 2019: Six trends that retailers need to know
We pick out the big consumers trends that retailers should watch out for in 2019.
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NewsNews in brief: Monday 3 December
McCollâs issues a profit warning and Ted Baker staff launch petition against âforced huggingâ by its founder and chief executive.
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NewsTed Baker staff launch petition against âforced hugging'
Ted Baker employees have launched a petition alleging that founder and boss Ray Kelvin engages in inappropriate behaviour towards staff included enforced hugs.
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NewsMcCollâs warns on profits due to Palmer & Harvey demise
McCollâs boss Jonathan Miller said the collapse of Palmer & Harvey has caused âsignificant supply chain disruptionâ and hampered profits.
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NewsSainsbury's-Asda would create 'duopoly', Morrisons says
Morrisons has warned competition authorities that the proposed merger between Sainsburyâs and Asda would create âan effective duopolyâ in grocery retail.
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AnalysisThe day I asked Ray Kelvin about Ted Baker's 'hugging' culture
Ted Baker is renowned throughout the retail industry for its unique culture. But is the behaviour of its founder and boss Ray Kelvin appropriate in 2018?
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NewsMike Ashley: High streets in 'downward death spiral'
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has urged MPs to âtake the bull by the hornsâ to save British high streets from âa downward death spiralâ.
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Retail VoiceThree ways to meet the expectations of connected consumers
Find out how retailers can ensure the in-store experience is both engaging and memorable for shoppers
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AnalysisConsumer 2019: Is there any respite for retail next year?
With 2019 just around the corner, how are shoppers feeling about the year ahead and how can retailers win their loyalty?
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Retail VoiceUnderstanding the forces that shape consumer behaviour
Behavioural economics has all the answers when it comes to making a significant difference to the success of campaigns, new product launches and customer loyalty.
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NewsBlack Friday deals drive sales online in November
A third of all cash spent on non-food products in November was transacted online as Black Friday âcementedâ its position as âan increasingly digital eventâ.
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NewsNews in brief: Tuesday 4 December
Todayâs latest news as Black Friday deals drive sales online and Travis Perkins reviews options for Wickes.
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NewsTravis Perkins to âreview optionsâ for Wickes
Wickes owner Travis Perkins will âreview the options for maximising the valueâ of the retailer as part of a drive to âsimplifyâ the wider group.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What is Mike Ashley's master plan?
Hark back to June 2016 and Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley was hauled before a parliamentary hearing about the working conditions at the retailerâs Shirebrook warehouse.
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AnalysisConsumer 2019: The future of the social shopper
With experts predicting 2019 will see a major shift in how consumers engage with retail brands socially, we reveal the key trends every retailer needs to know to captivate audiences.
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Retail VoiceFive must-haves to get your online store ready for Christmas
Five essential tips to help retailers keep their online store ahead of the competition this Christmas.
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NewsJoules sales soar as it ups profit expectations
Joulesâ sales jumped 17.6% to ÂŁ113.1m in its first half as it raises profit expectations.