All Retail Week articles in April 19 2013 – Page 3
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NewsJD Sports profits slump 18.3% as Blacks racks up losses
JD Sports Fashion’s pre-tax profit plunged 18.3% to £55.1m in its last financial year as losses from its Blacks acquisition hit the group.
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NewsVideo: Tesco chief Philip Clarke on the grocer's full-year results
Tesco chief Philip Clarke speaks on the day Tesco reported a profit fall in its full year results.
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AnalysisInfographic: Tesco’s year in numbers
As it revealed its full-year figures today, Tesco rounded up a year in which it revamped its marketing, made digital acquisitions and launched its Price Promise promotion.
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JD Sports Fashion: What the analysts say
JD Sports Fashion’s profits were hit by losses from outdoor retailer Blacks, which it acquired last year, however the City seems positive about its the long term prospects.
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NewsTesco UK boss Chris Bush: I’ll rekindle shoppers’ love affair with Tesco
Tesco UK managing director Chris Bush has vowed to rekindle the British consumer’s affection for the grocer by making it the supermarket of choice rather than a default option.
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X5 Retail Group reports net sales increase
X5 Retail Group has reported sales of RUB126.3bn (£2.63bn) in its first quarter ended March 31, an increase of 8.1% year on year.The increase in net retail sales was driven by additional store space, price inflation, the positive performance of maturing stores added over the past two years and promotions. ...
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Amazon China to link with convenience store operator FamilyMart
Amazon China is linking with convenience store operator FamilyMart on a payment and collection service for customers in Shanghai.Around 100 pick-up points will be introduced initially, covering most areas of the city and mainly in stores that are open 24 hours. The scheme could potentially be extended if successful. Amazon ...
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why are grocers turning to the convenience market?
Why has convenience become such a growth market and how are the grocers taking advantage? Rebecca Thomson reports.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Celebrating the best work in the retail supply chain
The Hermes Retail Week Supply Chain Awards are open for entries. Rebecca Thomson takes a look at the categories and previous winners.
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NewsAnn Summers eyes wholesale growth as it reports profits jump
Ann Summers is plotting wholesale growth after its tieup with Shop Direct helped to drive a profits rise in its last financial year.
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OpinionComment: Too many retail bosses are closed to new ideas
We’ve all read autobiographies by ordinary people who came up with great ideas that are now an established part of our high streets.
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OpinionComment: Retail chief executives leave on good terms
Last week Kate Swann unveiled her final set of results as chief executive of WHSmith.
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French retailer ITM plans to open petrol stations in Poland
French retailer ITM (Intermarché) plans to open petrol stations in Poland operated independently of its stores.ITM already has two pilot petrol stations in the country and plans another five this year.Rival retailer Leclerc is also said to be mulling opening petrol stations in Poland that may be used as collection ...
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NewsSainsbury’s puts Holborn headquarters on the market as 150 staff moved
Sainsbury’s is to move 150 staff from its central London head office to Coventry and Manchester after putting its Holborn office on the market.
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NewsDebenhams blames snow for first-half profits fall
Department store group Debenhams’ pre-tax profits fell 5.4% to £120.3m in its half year as snowfall hampered sales in January.
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NewsDIY group Kingfisher expands into Romania with 15-store acquisition
B&Q owner Kingfisher is to expand into Romania after acquiring 15 Bricostore shops from French retailer Group Bresson.
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NewsRetail sales slip 0.5% as wintry weather leaves non-food out in the cold
Retail sales volumes slipped 0.5% in March as the cold conditions pulled down the performance of non-food.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What does the new Facebook Home app mean for retailers?
What does the new Facebook Home app mean for retailers?
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can I influence consumer behaviour in a multichannel world?
How can I influence consumer behaviour in a multichannel world?
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NewsBrandAlley challenges perceptions of discount sites with new ad
Etailer BrandAlley has unveiled an ad campaign designed to improve the perception of discount fashion.