All Retail Week articles in December 14 2012
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsLiberty reports 17% rise in Christmas sales
London department store Liberty has posted a rise in sales over the Christmas period after the retailer flung open its doors to a Channel 4 camera crew to give the viewers an insight into the running of one of London’s most famous stores.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How has Waitrose achieved record Christmas growth?
Waitrose today revealed it has had the busiest Christmas in its 109-year history as sales broke £300m for the first time in the 14 days to December 31, excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
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NewsAsda Income Tracker: Disposable income improves £1 in November
Asda data has revealed that family spending power improved for the sixth consecutive month in November, but at a much slower rate than seen previously.
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NewsTesco set for 'strong finish' as performance improves
Tesco is set for a “strong finish” to the year heading into the vital Christmas trading period, according to Nielsen.
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AnalysisComet: View from the shopfloor as shutters come down for the last time
As Comet closes its remaining stores today, Alex Lawson met staff and shoppers in the last few hours before the shutters came down for the last time.
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OpinionComment: Online communities have high expectations
Facing bad PR and a potential consumer backlash, Starbucks in the UK has voluntarily agreed to pay £20m in taxes over the next two years.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Who is Apollo Global Management?
Investment specialist Apollo Global Management acquired 10% of HMV’s debt from Allied Irish Banks last week which some are predicting could signal intention of a takeover. Retail Week takes a look at the company.
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NewsShutl to give men a lift over the festive period
Shutl, the super-quick fulfilment firm used by retailers including Oasis and Warehouse, is used to helping shoppers in need of an urgent fashion fix.
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OpinionNick Bubb's Verdict: 7 days to save HMV's world?
Thanks to the support from its suppliers, HMV has much better stock levels and promotions than a year ago, so operationally the business is in good shape, but will consumers cooperate?
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NewsDFS widens customer base with French Connection tie up
DFS profits soared in the first quarter as the sofa giant widened its customer base with the launch of new ranges and a change in tone in its advertising.
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NewsChinese visa changes set to add £1.2bn to UK economy
The UK China Visa Alliance (UKCVA), which is spearheaded by firms including New West End Company, London First and Walpole British Luxury, believes the move to streamline Chinese Visa policy could provide a £1.2bn boost to the UK economy.
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NewsGovernment opens first pop-up shop to help boost high streets
The Government has opened its first ever pop-up shop in Whitehall today as part of its bid to help revitalise high streets.
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OpinionComment: Fewer and better – shops in 2013
This is the last Stores column of 2012 and the normal modus operandi at this stage is to look back at what’s been and to anticipate what’s to come.
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NewsRiver Island to open its largest London store at Park House
River Island is to open its largest London store at Park House, the new development on Oxford Street.
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NewsAsda boss Andy Clarke takes on IGD role
Asda chief executive Andy Clarke has been appointed vice-president of the IGD while Mars boss Fiona Dawson will become president.
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NewsBlackwell's losses narrow despite falling sales
Blackwell’s narrowed its losses last year after disposing of its Dutch subsidiary Houtschild for €1m in June.
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NewsB&Q kickstarts winter Sale
B&Q has kickstarted its winter Sale today across its 360 stores and website.
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NewsLondon's West End set for £25m investment
London’s West End has secured £25m investment over the next five years, after retailers voted to keep the New West End Company managing the area.
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NewsHMV eyed by Apollo Global Management
Struggling entertainment retailer HMV is being eyed for a takeover by Apollo Global Management, one of the world’s largest investment groups.
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NewsComet's former backers to share £50m payout
The former backers of electricals retailer Comet will be paid £50m after the business crashed into administration last month.