All Retail Week articles in December 2021 – Page 3
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Opinion‘What if everyone is wrong about the metaverse?’
Some unconvinced commentators see the metaverse as the tech industry’s attempt to conjure up the next big thing, says OC&C Strategy Consultants’ Michael Jary.
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AnalysisThe great head office debate – is your HQ better than the kitchen table?
Traditional ideas about the workplace have been turned upside down as working from home remains commonplace
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NewsPlan B delivers another blow to shops as workers told to stay at home
The government’s ‘Plan B’ Covid-19 measures will hit footfall for many retailers as commuters will now be encouraged to work from home.
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NewsMoonpig revenues and profits slide against lockdown comparables
Moonpig has posted a dip in revenues and sales as customer spend dropped in line with easing restrictions.
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NewsFrasers profits soar but group warns of Covid and supply chain headwinds
Frasers Group has reported strong revenue rises across its portfolio, but remains “cautious” of the impacts of macroeconomic factors such as a potential lockdown over Christmas.
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GalleryStore gallery: Glossier unveils first international flagship in Covent Garden
Beauty brand Glossier has revealed its first permanent base in London, opening its first international flagship in the oldest building in Covent Garden.
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DataFragrances and miniatures dominate John Lewis' post-lockdown beauty sales
John Lewis has noted a transformation in beauty purchasing habits in 2021 as social gatherings and travel returned after periods of lockdown restrictions.
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NewsDr Martens profits soar after record 6 million pairs sold
Dr Martens has reported mounting profits as it looks forward to a stellar festive season.
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NewsHolland & Barrett snaps up at-home beauty business Blow
Health and wellness retailer Holland & Barrett has snapped up at-home beauty services business Blow Ltd for an undisclosed sum.
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Opinion‘Agility and breadth of experience most desired traits in refreshed retail boardrooms’
The weeks leading up to Christmas are usually a quiet time in the jobs market as retailers fix their focus on Christmas trading and decisions over recruitment are deferred until January.
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Opinion‘There is still room not only to survive but thrive in an Amazon-dominated world’
Ask any UK retail exec or investor what keeps them awake at night and sooner or later they will mention Amazon.
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NewsPrimark predicts sales gains despite supply chain and Covid disruption
Primark owner Associated British Foods expects sales at the retailer to rise in the coming months despite the reintroduction of coronavirus restrictions in Europe and supply chain challenges.
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GalleryStore gallery: River Island lifts lid on new ‘Boutique’ concept
River Island has opened a new fascia, named River Island Boutique, in Portsmouth.
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NewsExclusive: Majestic Wine quits Calais as Brexit booze rules hammer sales
Majestic Wine is calling time on its business in Calais after Brexit regulations decimated the traditional ‘booze cruise’.
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NewsJD Sports set to concede defeat in Footasylum takeover battle
JD Sports is on the cusp of relinquishing ownership of Footasylum following a protracted battle with the Competition Markets Authority (CMA) regarding the takeover.
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NewsRetailers pile pressure on Visa and Mastercard fees in legal battle
A group of retail brands including Superdry and AllSaints are seeking compensation from Visa and Mastercard over historic transaction fees.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The four ways Frasers has turbocharged growth during the pandemic
In its latest set of interim results, both Frasers’ profits and sales outshine those recorded in the pre-pandemic era. Retail Week examines how Frasers has prospered in a difficult trading period.
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Opinion‘Omicron and Plan B are a hammer blow for the West End’s Christmas recovery’
After the optimism of November that saw West End footfall rise above pre-pandemic levels for the first time, the steady drizzle of Covid restrictions and warnings has dampened any Christmas spirit, writes Jace Tyrell of New West End Company.
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GalleryStore gallery: McDonald’s opens UK’s first net zero carbon restaurant
Fast-food giant McDonald’s has opened the UK’s first-ever net-zero carbon restaurant in the Shropshire town of Market Drayton.
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Retail VoiceHow to future-proof supply chain disruption
Retailers that take the lead and deal with supply chain issues ahead of time will reap the benefits, says Greg Petro, chief executive of First Insight.