All articles by George MacDonald – Page 4
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Opinion‘B&M may not shoot the lights out this Christmas, but next may be more important’
A renewed emphasis on retail detail under new leadership may help B&M in the longer term after a lacklustre start to this year’s golden quarter, says George MacDonald
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NewsMonsoon Accessorize appoints chief digital officer
Fashion retailer Monsoon Accessorize has recruited a new chief digital officer.
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NewsMarks & Spencer appoints BA boss to board
The chief executive of British Airways has been named a non-executive director of Marks & Spencer.
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NewsAllSaints appoints new finance chief from Asos
Fashion retailer AllSaints has named a new chief financial officer.
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NewsGrocery sales climb but shoppers focus on deals
Supermarket sales rose in October, when consumers prioritised value for money as they scooped up cut-price offers.
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Opinion‘Primark has been good for the Westons – but the Westons have been good for Primark’
The Weston family’s stewardship of Primark has been exemplary. As a spin-off of the retailer from ABF is considered, their values should be maintained, says George MacDonald
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NewsBoots appoints ex-John Lewis director to marketing role
Health and beauty giant Boots UK has named a new customer and marketing chief.
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NewsMarks & Spencer strikes European fulfilment deal with Zalando
Marks & Spencer has forged a supply partnership with online fashion platform Zalando in Europe.
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NewsNo more M&S clothing-only boutiques likely following pilot
Marks & Spencer does not expect to open any more clothing-only branches following a trial branch, Retail Week can reveal.
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AnalysisM&S boss Machin on cyber attack recovery, Budget blues and Christmas prospects
Marks & Spencer’s chief executive Stuart Machin warned that Budget concerns are spooking shoppers, but was optimistic about Christmas as he steers the retailer forward after a devastating cyber attack.
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VideoMatalan unveils Christmas ad building on style and value credentials
Matalan has launched a Christmas campaign, which for the first time showcases its homewares collection.
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NewsMarks & Spencer ‘regaining momentum’ after cyber attack hits profit
Marks & Spencer is “getting back on track” after a devastating cyber attack sent first-half profits down, but its clothing division is recovering more slowly than its food business.
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NewsMarks & Spencer launches on TikTok Shop
Marks & Spencer is piloting the sale of its products through social media giant TikTok.
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VideoJohn Lewis pulls on heartstrings with latest Christmas ad
Department store group John Lewis has unveiled an emotional advert for the all-important Christmas period.
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NewsFenwick and Fortnum & Mason reveal Christmas windows
Department store groups Fenwick and Fortnum & Mason have unveiled their seasonal windows as retailers gear up for the peak Christmas trading period.
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Opinion‘Amazon’s AI-driven job cuts will send a shiver through retail head offices’
The retail giant won’t be the last to axe roles – and white collar positions will be under threat, believes George MacDonald
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NewsWHSmith delays results as accounting investigation continues
Travel retail specialist WHSmith has moved its full-year results back as accountants review a profits overstatement at its flagship North American business.
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NewsFenwick slashes losses as focus on sales and margin builds momentum
Department store group Fenwick has delivered a significant improvement in financial performance, Retail Week can reveal.
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GalleryFortnum & Mason unveils spectacular double helix staircase
Fortnum & Mason has opened a stunning double helix staircase in its flagship London store.
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NewsMarks & Spencer axes tech contract
Marks & Spencer has ended a contract with a big technology services provider, just months after a devastating cyber attack.