All Analysis articles – Page 129
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AnalysisNRF: Blog day two – disruption is vital, says Branson
Day two’s keynote address from Sir Richard Branson saw the entrepreneur talk disruption and reinvention.
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AnalysisNRF: Day two – power of data takes centre stage
Intel is investing $100m in emerging technology as it predicts that the power of tech will transform retail.
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AnalysisM&S surprises but jury remains out on turnaround effort
Marks & Spencer attracted plenty of positive headlines last week after reporting a better-than-expected Christmas performance.
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AnalysisNRF: Blog day one – the new breed of retailer
As the technology-themed expo and conference kicks off in New York, we find out what subjects are getting air time.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is a slowdown in-store for home retailers?
In recent updates, Dunelm boss John Browett said homewares showed signs of continuing decline, and Topps Tiles chief executive Matthew Williams said the market was “tough”.
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AnalysisProfile: Tesco's new brand-builder Alessandra Bellini
When Alessandra Bellini was named Tesco’s new chief customer officer this week, many in UK retail would have been unfamiliar with the Unilever big-hitter.
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Analysis20 chief executives you should follow on Twitter
When the soon-to-be most powerful man in the world is making announcements on everything from foreign to business policy on Twitter, can you afford to ignore it?
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AnalysisStore gallery: Lululemon springs onto Regent Street
The Canadian athleisure retailer has opened a London flagship with a sense of space and style. John Ryan reports.
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AnalysisInfographic: Paphitis on rates and Aldi's Prosecco party
The week in words and numbers, January 13, 2016: Theo Paphitis on the encroaching threat of high rates, BRC-KPMG sales data and Waitrose’s Rob Collins on the future.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What Super Thursday said about fashion retail
After a year characterised by administrations and corporate scandals, Christmas trading provided some welcome respite.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Grocery retailers’ festive food for thought
The crucial Christmas trading proved a strong one for food retailing, as consumer spending rose and like-for-like sales increased across the sector.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is the electricals sector super-charged?
Argos, AO.com, Maplin and John Lewis all posted positive sales in the period spanning Black Friday and Christmas trading.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Department stores still draw Christmas crowds
Department stores are traditionally the go to destination at Christmas. Vast product ranges mean shoppers can find inspiration for the entire family under one roof.
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AnalysisCES 2017: Five tech trends for retailers to watch
The Consumer Electronics Show sets the agenda for the coming year. Here are some of the products and trends retailers should look out for.
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AnalysisCES 2017: Maplin boss Oliver Meakin on smart home
Maplin chief executive Oliver Meakin spoke to Retail Week about putting service at the heart of his business and the impact of Brexit on price.
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AnalysisConsumer 2017: Last year's most popular products
From fads to long-lasting trends, the products that shoppers purchased over the past 12 months can give retailers valuable clues as to what the must-have items of this year will be.
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AnalysisNRF attendees inspired by New York’s hottest stores
The National Retail Federation expo kicks off in the Big Apple this week – in part two of our preview we look at some ground-breaking New York stores inspiring retailers worldwide.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How Morrisons delivered a Merry Christmas
Morrisons had been expected to post positive like-for-like sales during the Christmas trading period, but its consensus-busting performance took many by surprise.
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AnalysisProfile: Dunelm product director Fiona Lambert
Dunelm has drafted in Asda’s former vice-president for own-brand design and development as its new product director.
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AnalysisCES 2017: Is in-store AI a goldmine or a gimmick?
Artificial intelligence was one of the big talking points at CES this year, from driverless cars to and voice-activated devices.