All articles by George MacDonald – Page 144
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VideoThe Retail Week: New chain, Tesco and Sainsbury's pilots, and Sports Direct
Catch up on this week’s big retail stories with analysis from news editor James Wilmore and executive editor George MacDonald.
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OpinionPerhaps it’s time for Majestic to start selling cheese as well as wine
Wine specialist Majestic has jettisoned its six-bottle purchase rule, one of the first eye-grabbing initiatives under newish boss Rowan Gormley.
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VideoShort Cuts: Do the layout changes Sainsbury’s is piloting make sense?
Sainsbury’s is piloting a raft of new store changes focused on speed and convenience. In 60 seconds we discuss whether the shift in layout is worthwhile.
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AnalysisSainsbury’s pilots new-look stores as consumers seek speedy shopping
Sainsbury’s has unveiled a raft of initiatives in c-stores and supermarkets designed to cater for changing shopping habits.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Mark Price steps down, Debenhams boss and Asda U-turn
Catch up on this week’s big retail stories with analysis from grocery reporter Luke Tugby and executive editor George MacDonald.
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NewsAsos Rewards loyalty and engagement programme to be rolled out
Fashion etailer Asos is to roll out a loyalty scheme after an enthusiastic reaction from shoppers to a trial.
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AnalysisAsos looks well placed for growth as Nick Beighton takes the helm
In contrast to some new chief executives, Asos’s Nick Beighton won’t be indulging in any kitchen-sinking.
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NewsTesco Brand Guarantee scheme may face Advertising Standards scrutiny
Grocer Tesco’s new Brand Guarantee scheme could come under scrutiny from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), rivals believe.
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NewsHamleys sale to overseas buyer likely to be completed within weeks
The sale of famous toy retailer Hamleys to a Chinese buyer is thought likely to be completed within weeks after months of speculation.
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NewsSecretary of State to meet Tory MPs in attempt to quell Sunday trading revolt
Communities and Local Government Secretary Greg Clark is expected to meet Conservative MPs today in an attempt to quell Sunday trading rebellion.
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AnalysisM&S unveils Sparks 'membership scheme' to better connect with customers
Marks & Spencer has unveiled an imaginative customer membership scheme designed to transform its relationship with its shoppers.
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AnalysisSports Direct chiefs must act to address the retailer’s worsening reputation
Sports Direct is one of the greatest entrepreneurial success stories in contemporary retail, but its apparent disdain for the outside world is increasingly taking a toll.
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AnalysisAsda poaches Sainsbury's Roger Burnley to be chief operating officer
Asda has named Sainsbury’s retail and operations director Roger Burnley as its new chief operating officer.
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AnalysisRetailers expected to pass interchange fee savings on to shoppers
The Government expects retailers to pass on to shoppers savings of £500m as a result of changes to bank card fees.
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AnalysisInfographic: John Lewis fashion sales rise drives weekly performance
Sales at John Lewis department stores rose 3.4% to £80.2m last week in “unseasonably mild” weather.
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AnalysisH&M homewares concession to make its global debut in Selfridges
Fashion giant H&M is to open its first homewares concession next week in Selfridges’ Trafford Centre store in Manchester.
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AnalysisUPDATED: Sports Direct strikes £35m deal to fully acquire Ireland's Heatons
Billionaire retail tycoon Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct has lined up a move to take full ownership of Irish department store chain Heatons.
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AnalysisComment: Ocado hunts international expert to join board as it seeks overseas deals
Food etailer Ocado is recruiting 2,000 more staff ahead of Christmas, but is also on the lookout for one new hire in particular.
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AnalysisCoast chief executive Kate Bostock stands down after two years
Coast chief executive Kate Bostock has stood down from the role and the retailer will now be led by Andrew Skinner, Retail Week can reveal.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Amazon Fresh, Aldi and Sainsbury's updates and John Dixon
Catch up on this week’s big retail stories with analysis from executive editor George MacDonald and grocery reporter Luke Tugby.