All articles by Alex Lawson – Page 58
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NewsPhones 4U defies economy as profits rise
Mobile phones retailer Phones 4U has recorded an uplift in profits despite tough consumer conditions last year.
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AnalysisInfographic: 60 years of the barcode
This week marks 60 years since the first barcode was used. Retail Week takes a look at the history of the product code.
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NewsProfits climb at Abel & Cole as sale speculation mounts
Home delivery grocer Abel & Cole’s profits rocketed in the year to August 12 and a sale is thought likely.
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NewsSainsbury's introduces minimum online order size
Sainsbury’s has implemented a minimum order for online shoppers as it tries to “discourage” smaller baskets.
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News‘New chapter’ for Tesco pledges bullish Philip Clarke
Tesco group chief executive Philip Clarke aims to rewrite Sir Terry Leahy’s retail book as he opens a “new chapter” in the grocer’s story.
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AnalysisOverseas investors: What do retailers need to know?
Sainsbury’s is believed to be the latest retailer attracting overseas investment attention in what has been a busy year for international deals.
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InterviewQ&A: Tesco chief executive Philip Clarke
Tesco reported an 11.6% plunge in first half profits as today as it invests £1bn in improving its UK stores. Chief executive Philip Clarke and chief financial officer Laurie McIlwee met journalists in London to discuss the grocer’s performance.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is Tesco’s turnaround plan working?
Tesco revealed an improved performance in its UK like-for-likes this morning. Retail Week takes a look at how chief executive Philip Clarke’s £1bn strategy to revive the domestic business is faring.
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AnalysisVideo: Tesco plots UK turnaround
Tesco is using several tactics including introducing more staff, expanding its click and collect service and improving its digital offer to win shoppers. The retailer explains the changes to the business and its innovations in these videos.
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NewsSainsbury's like-for-likes grow after 'unique' summer
Sainsbury’s reported an increase in sales and like-for-like growth in the second quarter aided by its Paralympic sponsorship.
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NewsTesco profits fall 11.6% despite Q2 sales growth
Tesco has reported its first decline in profits since 1994 after investing £1bn in its UK turnaround plan.
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NewsBargain Booze posts profit fall despite sales uplift
Bargain Booze has posted a decline in pre-tax profits despite an increase in full-year sales.
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NewsFormer Tesco boss Brasher set to join South Africa's Pick n Pay
Former Tesco chief executive Richard Brasher is understood to have joined South African retailer Pick n Pay.
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NewsDave Whelan and Decathlon still in the frame for JJB Sports stores
JJB Sports founder Dave Whelan and French sports retailer Decathlon remain in the hunt for former JJB stores after its collapse into administration on Monday.
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NewsJJB Sports: Full list of store closures revealed
Sports Direct has today acquired JJB Sports 20 shops after the retailer collapsed into administration closing 133 stores.
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NewsJJB Sports collapses as Sports Direct acquires 20 shops
UPDATED: JJB Sports has collapsed into administration, with arch-rival Sports Direct acquiring 20 stores.
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Former Phones 4U director to drive online retail at Coles
Former John Lewis and Phones 4U director Brendan Sweeney has joined Australian grocer Coles to head up its online retail business.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why is Aldi performing so strongly?
Aldi claimed it is winning shoppers from all of its rival grocers. Retail Week looks at how the German discounter has developed widespread appeal.
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NewsAsos hires former Amazon managing director as chairman
Former Amazon and Celtic FC director Brian McBride will replace Lord Waheed Alli as non-executive chairman of Asos.
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NewsNew Look defies high street woes as profits rise 30%
New Look has defied tough consumer spending conditions to report a 30% increase in profit.