Europe – Page 17
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Analysis
Analysis: Why John Lewis’ Netherlands tie-up could signal European expansion
While John Lewis chose the moon as the setting for its Christmas ad this year, the retailer has its sights set closer to home for its next venture.
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Opinion
Opinion: Should UK retailers embrace French-style purchasing alliances?
French grocers have benefitted from purchasing alliances, but as the discounters squeeze margins, could UK retailers employ similar tactics?
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News
French retailer Fnac agrees key terms with Darty in takeover deal
French entertainment and electricals specialist Fnac has agreed terms over a deal to acquire its domestic rival Darty.
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News
H&M, Zara and Under Armour eye BHS Oxford Street flagship
Fashion giants H&M and Zara and sportswear brand Under Armour are circling BHS’s flagship Oxford Street store, Retail Week understands.
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Analysis
Store of the week: Primark opens stunning store in iconic Madrid building
Value fashion retailer Primark launched in Madrid last week with a new store that combines local inspiration with modern design features.
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News
Alibaba to quadruple size of UK office as it grows European foothold
Alibaba is set to expand its UK office from 15 people to 60 people within the next two years as part of its international expansion plans.
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Analysis
Carrefour sales rise fuelled by strong results in Europe and Latin America
French grocery giant Carrefour has reported an increase in third-quarter sales, driven by strong performance in its European and Latin American markets.
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Analysis
M&S exits five Balkan countries to refocus eastern European expansion
M&S is to pull out of five Balkan countries next year as it aims to focus on more successful markets in the region, including Romania and Poland.
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Analysis
Analysis: How retailers can weather the currency volatility storm
Swings in exchange rates over recent months have created an environment of uncertainty. Here is how retailers can protect margins.
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Analysis
Ex-M&S boss Lord Rose to lead campaign to keep the UK in the EU
Former Marks & Spencer boss Lord Stuart Rose is to spearhead a cross-party campaign for the UK to stay in the European Union.
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Analysis
DFS eyes further European expansion after ‘encouraging’ Netherlands trial
DFS boss Ian Filby revealed the retailer is mulling expansion into Belgium and Germany after a successful launch in the Netherlands.
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Analysis
Analysis: Tesco's international arm will face scrutiny at its half-year update
Tesco is expected to post positive interims next week, but its struggling overseas operations are set to face a brighter than usual spotlight.
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Analysis
French entertainment retailer Fnac bids to acquire rival Darty
French entertainment and electricals retailer Fnac has approached the board of electricals specialist Darty about acquiring its rival.
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Analysis
H&M reports flat profits in third quarter after being hit by strong dollar
H&M has reported flat profits in its third quarter after the fashion retailer was negatively impacted by the strong dollar.
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Analysis
Store of the week: Aesop brings pared-back simplicity to Hamburg
Australian skincare retailer Aesop uses untreated oak interiors to channel minimalistic sophistication at its new Hamburg store.
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News
Zara parent Inditex half-year profits jump 26% to €1.16bn
Inditex, the owner of Zara, revealed first-half net profits surged 26% to €1.16bn (£846m) following sales growth across all of its markets.
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News
H&M hit by warm August but third-quarter sales up 11%
H&M revealed slowing sales growth in August, blaming “unseasonably warm weather”, but third-quarter sales soared 11%.
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Gallery
Store of the week: Eataly serves up a feast for shoppers in Rome
A successful grocery and dining destination in Rome, Eataly would be hard to visit without taking time to sit down and eat.
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Analysis
International analysis: Carrefour makes major online move in France
Carrefour is maintaining its acquisition frenzy in France along the guidelines previously outlined by chief executive Georges Plassat.
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News
Samsonite profits jump as retail sales growth outpaces wholesale division
Luggage manufacturer Samsonite has reported a 16.6% surge in half-year sales to $1.19bn (£762m), driven by growth in its retail business.