All articles by George MacDonald – Page 209
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NewsA tough start to the year for retail shares
General retail stocks began the year in deep freeze as the reporting season got under way.
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NewsSeasonal footfall up at Glasgow's St Enoch
Glasgow’s St Enoch shopping centre recorded a 20% year-on-year rise in footfall during Christmas week as shoppers avoided the cold weather and chose to do their shopping under cover.
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NewsAsda reports "good" Christmas performance
Asda has reported a “good performance” in the run-up to Christmas, despite Arctic weather conditions.
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NewsTed Baker and Lush founders awarded New Year honours
Leading retail entrepreneurs are among the business people recognised in the New Year Honours List.
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NewsFood delivery drivers' hours relaxed to keep stores stocked
Food delivery drivers can extend their working hours to ensure stores remain stocked over the long Christmas bank holiday.
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NewsTesco launches online electricals Sale
Giant grocer Tesco has fired a salvo against electrical specialists with the launch today of a ‘Boxing Day’ Sale online focused on the category.
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NewsBill Gates rides to JJB Sports' rescue as Clare stands down
JJB Sports has this morning disclosed details of a £31.5m cash call, boardroom changes and a further sales slump.
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NewsJJB Sports to launch £30m fundraising
Sports specialist JJB Sports is to stage a £30m fundraising and make boardroom changes, it is understood.
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NewsTesco buys 128 stores in Czech Republic for £34.3m
Tesco has acquired 128 convenience stores in the Czech Republic for 1.02bn koruna (£34.3m), bolstering its operations in central Europe.
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NewsRetailers' confidence hits year-low
Retail business confidence has hit its lowest level this year and store chiefs expect sales to slow in the next 12 months.
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NewsDFS reports first quarter earnings flat at £15.2m
DFS, the specialist sofas retailer owned by private equity firm Advent, has posted flat earnings in its first quarter.
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NewsSale of Phones4U falls through
Private equity group Providence has pulled the sale of mobiles specialist Phones4U after turbulent debt markets undermined a deal.
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NewsSnow fears unjustified, broker Arden argues
Concerns about the impact of snow on retailers’ Christmas performance look overdone, Arden analyst Nick Bubb believes.
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NewsSupermarkets' growth under fire after Panorama investigation
Concerns have been raised about the growth of the big four grocers after an investigation by the BBC’s Panorama programme, which will be broadcast tonight.
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NewsMarks & Spencer considers opening banks in 55 stores
Marks & Spencer is considering opening banks in 55 stores, it has been reported.
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NewsLeaked cable reveals 'repugnant anti-semitic campaign' against M&S Tripoli store
The Libyan authorities staged a “repugnant anti-semitic” campaign in an attempt to force the closure of a Marks & Spencer store in Tripoli according to US diplomatic cables leaked through WikiLeaks.
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NewsWaitrose awarded second Royal Warrant
Grocery chain Waitrose has been awarded a second Royal Warrant for supplying Prince Charles with food and drink.
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NewsDixons, Home Retail and HMV among most at risk from snow disruption
Electricals group Dixons, Argos-owner Home Retail Group and entertainment specialist HMV are among the retailers most likely to be affected by snow and icy conditions broker Numis believes.
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NewsMaplin asks potential buyers to submit offers before Christmas
Specialist electrical group Maplin has asked potential buyers to submit informal offers before Christmas, it is understood.
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NewsBad weather prompts retailers to rein in online delivery options
Retailers are changing online order and delivery options to avoid disappointing customers at Christmas as a result of renewed cold weather.