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AnalysisAnalysis: Let’s be honest, has Covid killed the shop?
Over the past week three big stores based retailers - Debenhams, Arcadia and Bonmarche - have all gone bust. Although unsustainable stores were only part of the problem for these long-term struggling businesses, they contributed to their demise.
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Discounting will be rife this Christmas – four ways to avoid the melee
This year is predicted to be the most promotional Christmas on record. Here’s how retailers can avoid slashing prices.
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Tech 100: The leaders and disruptors driving innovation in 2020
RWRC has revealed its annual index of the global leaders powering retail innovation. Spanning all sectors – from start-ups and disruptors to investors and established brands.
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Tech 100: The female tech leaders shaking up retail as we know it
RWRC has published its annual Tech 100 index celebrating the most innovative global technology leaders influencing retail. List editor Megan Dunsby discusses how the spotlight has shone on more female leaders than ever before but why there is still more work to be done
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Analysis: The great Christmas stock shortage of 2020
While some retailers are concerned about store closures and reduced demand, others are more worried about having enough stock to get through the crucial Christmas period.
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Interview: Pano Christou's plan to save Pret a Manger
The CEO looks back on his whirlwind first year in charge and ripping up the rulebook
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Data: Covid job crisis deepens as major retailers swing the axe
Retail job losses have accelerated in 2020 as the coronavirus crisis batters the sector.
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Retail Horizon: Felixstowe chaos hints at bigger Brexit challenges to come
The UK has resumed talks with the EU in Brussels this week in a last-ditch bid to secure a post-Brexit trade deal.
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As ‘for sale’ sign is raised over Homebase who might be potential buyers?
Homebase has revealed it is up for sale after returning to profitability. We take a look at who could be in the running to acquire the DIY specialist.
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Why WHSmith boss Cowling sees ‘big opportunity’ from the pandemic
After a bruising year for both the high street and travel hubs amid the coronavirus pandemic, WHSmith suffered losses of £69m in the 12 months to August 31, compared with £155m profit last year.
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Amazon versus the EU – what are the implications for retail?
The clash between the European Union and etail giant Amazon is a case of ethics versus big data.
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Five categories set to lose out during lockdown
When the second lockdown was revealed last week, British Retail Consortium boss Helen Dickinson deemed it a “nightmare before Christmas” for retail.
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Analysis: Vaccine joy sparks share price snakes and ladders
Welcome news of a coronavirus vaccine has sparked a stock market shift as investors rushed to buy and sell shares. Big-name retail and other consumer stocks shunned during the pandemic were back in fashion, while lockdown stars took a hit.
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Why Asda, Ikea and Tesco are betting on a sustainable post-pandemic future
Over the last few months, a throng of retailers have made pledges and launched initiatives to become more sustainable. But is the middle of a global pandemic the right time to be making these bold claims?
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Coronavirus Consumer Pulse: Web traffic spikes ahead of second lockdown
Amid the coronavirus crisis, it has arguably never been more important, nor more difficult, for retailers to understand their customers.
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Interview: Very boss Henry Birch – ‘If it’s not a record peak, I’m resigning’
If you were compiling a list of retailers that are doing better today than they were two years ago, it probably would not be a very long one.
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The Big Question: What does great leadership look like during a crisis?
Ahead of RWRC’s Virtual Leaders’ Summit , Skinnydip chief executive James Gold, BrewDog chief operating officer David McDowall, Mars Food global president Fiona Dawson, The Black Farmer founder Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones and former Tesco boss Dave Lewis give their take on what’s needed from retail leaders in times of crisis.
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Analysis: Simon Roberts’ new vision for Sainsbury’s future
Four months into his new role as Sainsbury’s chief executive, Simon Roberts has unveiled his strategic vision for the grocer and its stable of brands.
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Lockdown 2.0: How to look after your mental health through Covid Christmas
As England goes back into national lockdown, fears are rising that the country could be about to be gripped by a mental health crisis.
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Lockdown 2.0: The new regulations and how they affect your business
With England set to be plunged into a second lockdown from midnight tonight, Retail Week highlights the changes in the new government guidance and what they might mean for your business.
