All Retail Week articles in 12-18 October 2019
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsRetailers facing âsustained drop in footfallâ as September falls flat
The number of people visiting bricks-and-mortar locations has tumbled 10% over the past seven years, after September suffered a further decline in footfall.
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OpinionBryan Roberts: Clubcard and Nectar wonât lure Aldi and Lidl shoppers
Perhaps overshadowed by the exits of Dave Lewis and John Rogers, the big reveal of supercharged loyalty schemes from Tesco and Sainsburyâs did not receive the amount of fanfare that the retailers had been anticipating.
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Retail VoiceHow digitisation can safeguard global trade
As the global market feels the ripple effects of Brexit, trade wars and customs systems roll-outs, AEB Internationalâs managing director Geoff Taylor explains why digitisation is the best strategy for maintaining the global supply chain
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NewsNike to drastically scale back retail supply deals
Nike is to end its supply agreements with dozens of independent retailers as it accelerates efforts to sell more of its products direct to consumer.
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NewsSuperdry names Dunkerton permanent chief executive
Superdry has named Julian Dunkerton as its chief executive on a more permanent basis following six months in an interim role.
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NewsRetail braced for âworst Christmas since Woolworths collapsedâ
Retail is bracing itself for the toughest Christmas in a decade as Brexit uncertainty, high property taxes and deep discounting grip the market just two weeks into the golden quarter.
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NewsMatalan profits dampened by âawfulâ spring weather
Matalan has suffered a drop in second-quarter profit as political uncertainty and âawfulâ weather during spring dented earnings.
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DataRetail weather: Light rain to start then drier
The retail weather forecast from Saturday October 19 to Friday October 25, 2019
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NewsLidl hiring for digital role as it mulls online delivery service launch
Lidl is hiring for a digital project manager as the grocer is poised to launch its first online platform for customers.
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NewsBRC welcomes governmentâs proposed crackdown on plastic
The British Retail Consortium has welcomed proposals put forward by the government in the Queenâs speech today aimed at cutting the use of plastic.
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Retail VoiceGreat customer experiences can only be delivered with top-notch operations
NBK Retail founder Natalie Berg explains how repurposed stores hold the keys to unlocking the seamless customer experience
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OpinionOpinion: Can new boss lead Walmart to victory in battle with Amazon?
As it enters a crucial period in its ongoing domestic battle with Amazon, Walmart US has announced a change in its top leadership, with the business now to be helmed by an avowed technophile with a strong run of success on his CV.
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NewsSports Direct calls for probe into Nike and Adidas
Sports Direct has demanded a competition probe be launched into sportswear brands Nike and Adidas.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why are UK retailers coming off Alibabaâs Tmall?
Alibabaâs Tmall platform has been heralded as the gateway to sell to the Chinese consumer, but many notable British brands have left it in recent years. Retail Week looks into why.
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NewsLaura Ashley finance chief steps down after two decades
Laura Ashleyâs long-serving chief financial officer Sean Anglim will step down from his role at the end of the year after more than 20 years with the clothing retailer.
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NewsThe Entertainer appoints âmost significantâ role in recent years
The Entertainer has hired former TK Maxx and White Stuff director Julie Price as its chief transformation officer in what founder Gary Grant called its âmost significant hire in recent yearsâ.
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NewsGrocery sales grow as discounters increase market share
The grocery market continued its recovery with further growth, as discounters Aldi and Lidl solidified their combined market share.
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NewsThe Hut Group launches credit offer to bolster Christmas spend
The Hut Group has launched interest-free instalment payments across its own brands and ecommerce platforms.
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NewsAmazon rolls out new fashion search tool in UK
Amazon has rolled out its AI-powered fashion search tool to UK users of its mobile app, which enables customers to âshop visuallyâ for the products they want.
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OpinionOpinion: Sports Directâs Nike swipe smacks of desperation
Sports Direct has taken aim at sportswear titans Nike and Adidas, but is it a gamble that will pay off?