All Retail Week articles in 4-10 July 2020 – Page 3
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NewsWalmart to launch Amazon Prime-like subscription service this month
Walmart plans to launch its subscription service this month as it throws down the gauntlet to Amazon Prime.
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NewsJohn Lewis to shutter eight stores, 1,300 jobs at risk
John Lewis & Partners has confirmed that it will permanently close eight of its shops, including two of its full-size department stores.
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OpinionOpinion: Summer statement cements retail’s place as UK’s invisible industry
There was hope, rather than expectation, that chancellor Rishi Sunak would offer retailers a lifeline this week.
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NewsBoots axes 4,000 jobs as coronavirus triggers business restructure
Boots is cutting 4,000 roles across its business in the wake of a dramatic fall in sales during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Slavery in Leicester – fashion’s dirty, open secret
Ethics and standards in Leicester’s fashion retail supply factories have once again come under the spotlight following allegations of slave labour and blatant disregard for social distancing requirements in the Covid-stricken city.
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NewsNo-deal Brexit will hike up prices for essential items, BRC warns
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has warned that prices on food and clothing will inevitably rise if the government and the EU cannot agree on a tariff-free Brexit agreement before the end of October.
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OpinionOpinion: Covid-19 has widened the retail talent pool
As an optimist, it’s in my nature to look for silver linings in difficult situations – and in recruitment terms, I think I’ve found one.
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GalleryStore gallery: Nike opens tech-driven Rise concept store in China
Nike’s latest concept store opened in Guangzhou, China, this week using a “member-first” approach to bring a host of new tech features to customers.
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AnalysisBack from the brink – what’s next for retail’s Covid casualties?
The past few months have had a devastating impact on UK retail and swathes of chains have collapsed, but there is light at the end of the tunnel for some of these businesses. Retail Week takes a look at what the future holds for retail’s Covid casualties.
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NewsGymshark circled by private equity as it eyes £1bn valuation
A flurry of investment firms is vying to snap up a minority stake in workout clothing brand Gymshark.
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GalleryIn pictures: Harrods’ new concept Outlet store at Westfield London
To help clear excess stock that could not be sold due to the coronavirus pandemic, Harrods has launched its first outlet store in Westfield London.
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NewsNational Crime Agency scrutinises Leicester slavery allegations as Boohoo investor bails
The National Crime Agency (NCA) is looking into reports of modern slavery in the Leicester textile industry, following newspaper allegations involving etailer Boohoo.
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