All DFS articles – Page 8
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NewsSofaworks may have to change name as DFS wins court battle
DFS has won a legal dispute against rival furniture business Sofaworks that could force the latter into changing its brand name.
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OpinionIt is time for the transparency of every-day low prices
Retailers run the risk of damaging their reputations, diminishing profits and alienating consumers by holding too many promotions
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GalleryStore gallery: Sofa Workshop unveils compact test store in Westfield
Sofa retailer Sofa Workshop has seen tough times, but now it’s sitting pretty. John Ryan talks to managing director Ian McGuffog about its latest format.
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NewsBRC calls for Government to maintain business rates review momentum
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called on the new Government to maintain momentum with a review of the controversial business rates system.
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NewsElection: Retail chiefs including Paphitis and Walker welcome Tory majority
Retail bosses have welcomed the stability of the general election outcome as the Conservatives head towards a slim majority.
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NewsDFS sues rival furniture retailer Sofaworks over brand name
Newly floated DFS is suing rival furniture business Sofaworks in a dispute over brand names.
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NewsDFS boss Ian Filby 'extremely happy' with stock market valuation
DFS boss Ian Filby says he was “extremely happy” with the company’s valuation following its stock market flotation earlier this month.
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NewsDFS sales jump 10.5% as bosses target international expansion
Sofa giant DFS’s sales jumped 10.5% in its first half-year results since its IPO, as the retailer seeks to become a “world-class business”.
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OpinionNick Bubb’s verdict: Does DFS stand for Dull Furniture Sale?
The lukewarm reception from investors to the DFS Furniture IPO does not augur well for New Look’s chances of trying to float again.
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NewsDFS valuation drops £40m as it sets share price at lower end of range
DFS has set its share at the lower end of the marketed range as it floats today in a move that reduces the value of the company to £543.2m.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Apple, high street sales and DFS
Retail news round-up on March 6, 2015: Apple Pay hit by fraudulent transactions, high street sales fall in February and DFS sets share price at lower end of range.
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NewsDreams come true with return to profit for the beds retailer
Beds retailer Dreams has bounced back into profit after its turnaround strategy began to bear fruit following its administration in 2013.
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CartoonBlower's retail cartoon: DFS valued at £585m ahead of float
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on DFS being valued at £585m when it floats on the stock exchange next month.
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OpinionComment: Retailers must beware the two Ed monster as general election looms
With the general election fast approaching, retailers must remember that it would be a disaster for the sector if Labour were victorious.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is there space in the market for DFS' small-format stores?
DFS is trailing a small-format store as it turns its attention to urban centres, but is there space in the market for a small store?
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NewsDFS to launch small-format store as it pursues city centre expansion
DFS will trial a small format store that is a 10th the size of its average shop as it seeks to explore new formats including city centre stores.
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NewsDFS valued at £585m as it sets share price range ahead of float
DFS has set a price range of 245p to 310p per share, which will value it at around £585m when it floats on the stock exchange next month.
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Analysis
Analysis: Will 2015 be a big year for big-ticket furniture retailers?
After years of struggle during the economic downturn, there’s a sense that a big comeback is on the cards for big-ticket furniture retailers.
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NewsDFS announces intention to float on the London Stock Exchange
Furniture retailer DFS has announced its intention to float on the London Stock Exchange, and is expecting the offer to raise proceeds of £105m.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Topshop, RadioShack, Waterstones, Asda and DFS
Retail news round-up on February 6, 2015: Topshop ordered to pay Rihanna’s legal bill; RadioShack files for bankruptcy; Waterstones narrows losses; Asda says Tesco having ‘heart surgery’; DFS to announce intention to float