All articles by Gemma Goldfingle – Page 73
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NewsJC Penney boss ousted and replaced by predecessor as turnaround backfires
JC Penney’s chief executive, former Apple Retail boss Ron Johnson, has been ousted and replaced by his predecessor at the US department store.
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NewsRetail like-for-likes edge up 1.9% in March but fashion sales stall
UK retail sales values advanced 1.9% on a like-for-like basis last month, however, fashion sales were hit by the cold snap.
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GalleryIn pictures: HMV through the ages
As HMV is rescued out of administration by restructuring firm Hilco to maintain its place on the high street, Retail Week takes a look at how the music specialist has evolved in its lifetime.
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NewsFindel full year results "in line with expectations" as turnaround gains pace
Home shopping group Findel is to report full year results “in line with market expectations” as it turnaround gains pace
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NewsSir Terry Leahy-backed tyre etailer’s eyes European deal as sales soar
Online tyre retailer Blackcircles.com, which is backed by former Tesco chief executive Sir Terry Leahy and operates Tesco Tyres, is in talks to buy or partner with rival European firms as it looks to expand its relationshp with the grocer.
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AnalysisProfile: New HMV boss, ex-Steinhoff UK chief executive Ian Topping
Former Steinhoff UK boss Ian Topping has a tough job on his hands if he is to make HMV sing again. Retail Week takes a look at his credentials.
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NewsLovehoney starts US marketing push as it launches Fifty Shades range
Online sex toy retailer Lovehoney has kickstarted a major marketing push in America as it starts selling the official Fifty Shades of Grey collection in the country.
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NewsUPDATED: Hilco buys HMV and drafts in ex-Steinhoff boss Topping
Hilco has bought collapsed entertainment retailer HMV and drafted in former Steinhoff UK boss Ian Topping to lead the business.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Online oddities – how ecommerce changes country by country
Retailers are increasingly seizing the opportunity for online expansion overseas, but international etail markets vary greatly.
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NewsDutch DIY chain Praxis makes ex-B&Q director Colley chief executive
Former B&Q director John Colley has been promoted to chief executive of Dutch DIY firm Praxis as Tony DeNunzio becomes executive chairman of parent company Maxeda.
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NewsGovernment delays Portas Pilot update until later this year
The Government has delayed releasing its update on the 27 Portas Pilot projects until later this year.
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NewsFashion giant Zara hit by slave labour claims
Fashion giant Zara is under investigation over the alleged use of slave labour at factories in Argentina.
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NewsRetail insolvencies increase in first quarter of 2013
Retail was one of the hardest hit sectors in the first quarter of 2013 with the number of insolvencies rising 1.75% to 407 despite a 10.2% drop across the UK.
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NewsJacques Vert hires ex-Disney director as multichannel boss
Jacques Vert has hired former Disney Stores joint managing director John Hobson as its new multichannel director.
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NewsArcadia hires American Express digital boss to lead ecommerce
Topshop owner Arcadia has recruited former American Express digital boss Alex Tait to head up the group’s ecommerce operation.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Who is etailer Missguided?
As Missguided reveals its overseas growth plan, Retail Week takes a closer look at the fast-growing fashion site.
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NewsEtailer Missguided launches overseas as it aims to double sales this year
Fashion etailer Missguided is pushing the button on its overseas expansion as it looks to double its turnover this year.
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NewsEBay rebrands price comparison site Shopping.com
EBay has relaunched Shopping.com, the price comparison and affiliate site it bought in 2005 for $634m, as the eBay Commerce Network.
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NewsShortlist for PayPal etail awards 2013 unveiled
The shortlist for the PayPal etail awards 2013 has been unveiled with the leading players in the sector all battling it out for a coveted trophy.
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NewsEtailer Occa Home adds former Best Buy Europe boss Willett to board
Occa Home, the furniture etailer backed by Asos and The Hut investor The William Currie Group, has appointed former Best Buy Europe boss Bob Willett to its board.