All Retail Week articles in February 26 2016
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsLord Rose confident 'common sense will prevail' in Brexit vote
Lord Stuart Rose has told Retail Week he believes common sense will prevail and Britons will vote to stay in the European Union.
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OpinionNick Bubbâs verdict: Sainsburyâs and Argos â does pride go before a fall?
With mighty Steinhoff wading into the Home Retail battle, Sainsburyâs may regret being seen to be so keen on the Argos deal.
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AnalysisAt a glance: Steinhoff, the furniture giant vying with Sainsbury's for Argos
Steinhoff has grown from humble beginnings selling cheap furniture into a household goods and general merchandise giant spanning 30 markets.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: Bricks-and-mortar retail delivery app Dropit
Start-ups in retail technology are growing and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week Dropit is in the spotlight.
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NewsEx-Asda boss Andy Bond advising Steinhoff over Home Retail bid
Former Asda boss Andy Bond is believed to be advising retail giant Steinhoff on its bid for Home Retail Group.
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OpinionOpinion: Why automation is not the enemy for retail marketers
While the rise of automation will affect roles across the retail sector, the best marketing strategies will combine data with human insight.
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NewsHow do the worldâs best restaurants deliver customer experience?
When it comes to customer experience, the world of gastronomy leads the way. See how your business can benefit â Wednesday March 2.
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OpinionOpinion: Flammability tests need updating to protect children at Halloween
Around this time of year, retailers across the UK will be sourcing their childrenâs dress-up costumes, months ahead of Halloween.
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NewsWalgreens Boots Alliance digital transformation goes live in UK and Norway
Boots has installed a new IT network across its British and Norwegian businesses in the first phase of a five-year digital transformation.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Hut Group and Amazon
Retail news round-up on February 24, 2016: The Hut Group snaps up haircare brand Grow Gorgeous, and Amazon starts selling own-label fashion brands.
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CartoonBlowerâs retail cartoon: Retail caught in the crossfire of Brexit debate
Retail Week cartoonist Patrick Blowerâs take on how retailers and politicians alike are advocating both sides of the Brexit debate.
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NewsAmazon fashion focus intensifies with own-label launches
Amazon has started selling its own private-label fashion brands in the US as it up its focus on the category, it has emerged.
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NewsThe Hut Group boosts beauty presence with haircare brand deal
The Hut Group has boosted its presence in the beauty market by acquiring haircare brand Grow Gorgeous, according to reports.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers tackle the problem of productivity?
Productivity is rising up the retail boardroom agenda. Retail Week gathered retailers to discuss how to drive greater efficiency.
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NewsMobile sales exceed desktop purchases for first time ever
Online sales via mobile devices surpassed those made from computers in the fourth quarter of 2015/16, research by IMRG has revealed.
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Analysis
Analysis: How retailers are cashing in on the active athleisure market
When BeyoncĂ© and Sir Philip Green tap into a trend itâs clear thereâs money to be made. The pairâs foray into activewear is no exception.
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NewsSainsburyâs enlists food sharing app Olio for 'waste less, save more' drive
Sainsburyâs is deploying the innovative food waste reduction app Olio as part of its âwaste less, save moreâ initiative.
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NewsGround drones to descend on London in shopping delivery trial
A fleet of ground drone robots will be launched by Starship Technologies in London to help retailers provide quick and cheap deliveries.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Sunday trading laws and retail sales
Retail news round-up on February 25, 2016: Government faces legal action over plans to relax Sunday trading norms and February retail sales dropped below normal.
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AnalysisAnalysis: 'Boys' toys' specialist Menkindâs boss on building a 'grown-up' retailer
Menkindâs chief executive talks to Retail Week about acquiring Red5, how hoverboards ruined Christmas and reducing gifting purchase peaks.