All articles by Becky Waller-Davies – Page 15
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House of Fraser Oxford Street saved from closure
House of Fraser’s Oxford Street store, which had been slated for closure, will stay open under Mike Ashley’s ownership.
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Game sales flat as it expands arenas with Ashley
Game’s sales were flat last year but the business reported positive progress on its gaming arenas, on which it has partnered with Mike Ashley.
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Opinion: Now Ashley needs to convince the City too
Mike Ashley doesn’t just need to convince suppliers that his plan for House of Fraser will work – he must get investors on side too.
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The Retail Week: Is 'House of Debenhams' a goer?
A week after Mike Ashley bought House of Fraser, thoughts are turning to whether it could be the start of something bigger. The team discuss whether his plan is to create ‘House of Debenhams’ by combining the two businesses.
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Day pours cold water on Debenhams bid speculation
Philip Day has dismissed speculation that he will bid for Debenhams but confirmed he is in discussions with House of Fraser landlords about buying some stores, Retail Week can reveal.
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Asda posts fifth quarter of growth in a row
Asda has posted its fifth consecutive quarter of increased like-for-likes sales, with online sales growth spurred by its general merchandise arm.
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Debenhams puts hundreds of roles into consultation
Debenhams has put hundreds of roles across its fashion and home departments into consultation as it strips layers of management out of the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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HoF website shut down amid warehouse dispute
House of Fraser has shut down its website following a dispute with XPO, which operates its warehouse on its behalf.
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Harrods hires ex-Booths boss Dee to lead food and home
Harrods has appointed former Booths chief executive Chris Dee to lead its food and home business.
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Fat Face profits and sales rise as it chases US market
Fat Face has reported an increase in full-year profits and sales, with its burgeoning US business driving growth.
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HoF warehouse grinds to halt as Slevin exits
Employees at House of Fraser’s main distribution centre have downed tools after warehouse operator XPO halted work at the site.
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Ashley vows to keep 80% of HoF stores open
New House of Fraser owner Mike Ashley has pledged to keep 80% of the department store chain’s shops open.
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Philip Hammond considering 'Amazon tax' for etailers
Chancellor Philip Hammond has said he is considering a tax on online retailers but steered clear of any pronouncement on business rates.
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Analysis: What Sports Direct's swoop spells for HoF
Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley realised his dream of owning a department store business with an audacious £90m pounce on House of Fraser. Retail Week considers the implications.
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Ashley vs Day: The tycoons who clashed over HoF
Philip Day and Mike Ashley came head-to-head in the battle to save House of Fraser, with the latter eventually triumphing after a £90m swoop.
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The Retail Week: How HoF fits into Ashley's masterplan
Mike Ashley has snapped up House of Fraser hours after it entered administration. So where does the business fit into his strategy?
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Sports Direct acquires House of Fraser for £90m
Sports Direct has bought House of Fraser out of administration for £90m following a battle to control the beleaguered department store chain.
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The disruptors: The businesses revolutionising returns
Returns have long been a conundrum for retailers, increasing costs and shrinking availability. Retail Week profiles the businesses shaking up returns.
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ScS like-for-likes nudge up as soft trading hits
ScS’ like-for-likes inched up over the year with softer trading and extreme weather hitting its second half.
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Retail sales growth slows even in heatwave
Retail sales growth slowed last month despite much of the population spending big on food and drink during the heatwave.