All Retail Week articles in February 17 2012
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsHotel Chocolat set to thrive as advocacy drives sales
Hotel Chocolat, which was ranked Britain’s most advocated brand, is well positioned to win the battle for spend this year as brand loyalty becomes a key driver for sales this year.
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AnalysisSchlecker insolvent after it fails to secure funding
Schlecker, which as recently as 2009 was by far Germany’s largest drugstore retailer, has filed for insolvency after negotiations for interim financing failed.
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NewsSwarovski reveals plans for lola&grace
Swarovski has revealed details of its new lola&grace brand, aimed at a “younger, trend-led” audience.
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NewsFeather & Black launches transactional mobile site
Feather & Black has launched a transactional mobile website.
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36.6 to convert stores to discount-oriented format
Pharmacy Chain 36.6 intends to convert half of its stores to a discount-oriented format in order to increase customer traffic by 30%. In the first half of 2012, stores in low-income regions will reportedly be remodelled under the banner Pharmacy Warehouse. The product assortment will remain the same, but prices ...
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Walmart Canada sets out ambitious expansion schedule
Walmart Canada has set out an ambitious expansion schedule for its 2012 financial year in which it hopes to complete a company record of at least 73 new projects. The various initiatives include building new stores and expanding, remodelling or relocating existing outlets. The retailer currently operates 333 stores, including ...
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OpinionTailor your supply chain solutions
As retailers demand continued improvements in supply chain efficiencies we need to ensure as a developer that we are delivering cost-effective warehouse solutions while maintaining the same level of quality and service we have made our name for.
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Sobeys’ chief exec to retire
Grocery retailer Sobeys’ chief executive Bill McEwan will retire during the next financial year for health reasons. A search for his successor is currently under way. McEwan has been president and chief executive of the retailer since 2000, and will remain in the role until a successful transition is made. ...
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Seven & I to enter Russian market
Japan-based Seven & I plans to enter the Russian market. The convenience store group is expected to set up a joint venture or franchise agreement with local partners, however, it has not yet commented on the development. Russian Franchising Association head Yuri Mickle said: “We have studied the strategy of ...
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NewsSports Direct strong Q3 ahead of expectations
Sports Direct retail sales grew 10.2% to £408.6m in the 13 weeks to January 22 as the retailer outperformed management expectations.
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NewsThorntons to close more stores after profits hit
Thorntons pre-tax profits plummeted as poor trading and strong competition hit performance.
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NewsStratford City performs 'exceptionally well', says Westfield
Westfield Stratford City has performed “exceptionally well” since opening in September, according to the Australian developer.
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NewsAurora to sell stake in premium Bastyan brand
Fashion group Aurora is to sell its stake in Bastyan as the womenswear label looks to wholesale for growth.
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NewsThe Co-op makes £40m in sustainability savings
The Co-operative has saved £40m through sustainability initiatives.
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NewsJones Bootmaker chief executive Ken Bartle to retire
Ken Bartle is to retire from his role as chief executive of footwear retailer Jones Bootmaker at the end of the month.
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NewsPaphitis' Boux Avenue signs three stores
Boux Avenue has signed three more stores as the Theo Paphitis-owned lingerie chain expands across the UK.
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NewsAsda records strong Christmas performance
Asda has recorded a surge in market share and value growth over Christmas, according to figures released by Nielsen.
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AnalysisFrench Connection: ‘It’s all about product’
French Connection boss Stephen Marks is sure product excellence will see the retailer through tough times. He tells Tiffany Holland why he remains confident and about a move into homewares.
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NewsMajestic Wine launches first national TV ad
Majestic Wine is to embark on its first national TV ad campaign after a successful trial in London.
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NewsThorntons to revamp stores after poor trading hits its performance
Thorntons is to spend up to £6m into refitting 75 stores over the next three years to improve performance after profits plummeted.