All articles by Caroline Baldwin – Page 3
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AnalysisAnalysis: What can retailers do to survive the currency crisis?
Retailers with an overseas presence are being hit by currency fluctuations, but there are several ways they can mitigate the effects.
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NewsNotonthehighstreet appoints Darren Shapland as chairman
Former Carpetright chief executive Darren Shapland will join etailer Notonthehighstreet.com as its new chairman later this month.
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NewsDublin department store Arnotts bought by Fitzwilliam Finance Partners
The battle for Irish department store Arnotts has come to an end after Fitzwilliam Finance Partners acquired its rival Apollo’s 50% stake.
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NewsGeneral election result dents consumer confidence in May
Consumer confidence fell in May, with a survey suggesting it could have been hit by the election of a Conservative government.
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NewsSports Direct reveals company profits ahead of expectations
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley said the business’s performance is running ahead of expectations, at the retailer’s AGM yesterday.
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NewsFindel to keep hold of Kitbag business as it decides not to sell
Home shopping group Findel has decided not to sell its sports retail business Kitbag following a strategic review.
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NewsInfographic: Sunny weather hits bank holiday footfall at John Lewis
John Lewis sales dipped over the bank holiday as consumers basked in the sun, but Waitrose benefited from perfect picnic weather.
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NewsFSA names and shames grocers selling campylobacter-infected chickens
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has named and shamed grocers whose fresh chickens are contaminated with the food-poisoning bug campylobacter.
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InterviewInterview: Ann Summers boss on turning the business back to profitability
Ann Summers chief executive Jacqueline Gold reveals how she is bringing the sex toy and lingerie business back into the black.
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AnalysisHow Marks & Spencer plans to ensure continued profit momentum
After revealing a healthy lift in full-year profits, Retail Week looks at how M&S plans to continue the momentum.
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NewsM&S boss: I’m happy with health of the business, but still more to do
Marks & Spencer’s boss Marc Bolland believes it still has plenty to do as part of its turnaround, but said he is “enjoying” the challenge.
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NewsInterview: Charles Tyrwhitt founder Nick Wheeler on succeeding in menswear
Charles Tyrwhitt founder Nick Wheeler reveals his thoughts on the direction of the menswear retailer, service and men’s shopping habits.
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AnalysisWatch: The key takeaways from Marks & Spencer's full-year results
Marks & Spencer reported a rise in profits but general merchandise slipped; here is the key information from its results.
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NewsMarks & Spencer profits grow but fashion remains challenging
Marks & Spencer has reported its first profit rise in four years but posted disappointing results in fashion, blaming the warm autumn.
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NewsAustin Reed Group still has legs if it can nail online and multichannel, says analyst
Struggling retailer Austin Reed Group is expected to see some “green shoots” soon as it focuses on a turnaround, according to an analyst.
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InterviewInterview: Laura Ashley's Kaloyirou discusses the retailer's flower power
Retail Week speaks to Laura Ashley joint chief operating officer Nick Kaloyirou about the retailer’s journey and how it plans to continue growth.
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NewsAsda first-quarter like-for-likes tumble 3.9% in tough market
Asda like-for-likes fell 3.9% in the first quarter but the grocer maintained it “remains a balanced, healthy sustainable business”.
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NewsTopps Tiles half-year profits up 13.8% after stores rebrand
Topps Tiles has continued its strong UK growth, with half-year pre-tax profits up 13.8% to £9.1m after upgrading and rebranding stores.
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NewsSuppliers' rights set for boost as Government unveils Enterprise Bill
An Enterprise Bill unveiled by the new Business Secretary is poised to strengthen the rights of small businesses that supply larger retailers.
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NewsAustin Reed Group steps up turnaround bid with investment firm loan
Austin Reed Group has secured an unspecified three-year loan from investment firm Alteri as it aims to turnaround the business and boost its multichannel offer.