All Home & DIY articles – Page 190
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NewsShapland: Carpetright is in "good shape" for future
New Carpetright chief executive Darren Shapland said the retailer is “in a good shape” for the coming years as he prepares to steer it through continued tough trading conditions.
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AnalysisProfile: Darren Shapland, Carpetright
The news that Darren Shapland is to take over from Lord Harris as Carpetright’s chief executive came as a surprise to some who assumed the founder’s son Martin was next in line for the throne at the floorings empire.
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NewsDarren Shapland to replace Lord Harris as Carpetright boss
Carpetright’s founder and chief executive Lord Harris of Peckham is to step down from day to day running of the the retailer. He will become non-executive chairman.
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AnalysisChoosing the right multichannel strategy
Consumers can interact with retailers in an increasing number of ways. But how do they actually do so, and what channels are proving the most popular?
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AnalysisHow to survive administration
In the past few years a raft of formerly big names have been bought out of administration. Can these businesses be saved, or is it just delaying the inevitable?
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NewsDIY spending plunges to 15 year low last year
DIY spending has plunged to its lowest level in over 15 years.
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NewsHome Retail cuts red tape with landmark agreement
Home Retail Group has signed a health and safety agreement with a local council that reduce red tape across the country.
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NewsElectricals and technology drive John Lewis sales rise
Sales at John Lewis jumped last week, powered by a strong performance in electricals and home technology.
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NewsNext boss Wolfson sells £3.8m shares to help fund wedding and new house
Next chief executive Lord Wolfson has sold £3.8m of shares to help pay for his wedding and new home.
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NewsFurniture Village finance boss exits
Furniture Village commercial and finance director Ed Duggan has left the retailer and been replaced by Claire Shiels, who becomes the first female board member.
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NewsOcado: What lies ahead for the etailer?
The hope is that Ocado’s new fulfilment centre will put operational issues firmly behind it.
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Analysis10 things you didn’t know about Home Retail Group
Argos owner Home Retail Group announced a 60% slump in pre-tax profits today. Here’s 10 things you might not know about the business.
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AnalysisHome Retail Group: What the analysts say
Analysts are calling for Home Retail Group to tackle Argos after the group posted a 60% slump in pretax profit for the year to February 25.
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NewsNext sales nudge up in first quarter
Next brand sales edged up 1.4% in its first quarter despite its declining retail performance.
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NewsHome Retail profits slump as Argos struggles
Home Retail Group pre-tax profits slumped by 60% as Argos battled a weak electricals market.
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AnalysisRetailers and landlords: Lease conflict time bomb
Retailers and landlords remain in disputes over pre-packs, downscaling, and now monthly rents. Meanwhile, a lease time bomb is ticking, warns Mark Faithfull. However, it could spell good news for retailers.
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NewsIn pictures: Tottenham Court Road shut down due to 'hostage situation'
One of the busiest shopping streets in London has been evacuated due to a potential hostage situation.
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AnalysisCan Ikea change the face of consumer electronics?
Ikea has surprised us all with its plans to launch a range of living room furniture with integrated consumer electronics.
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OpinionComment: Return to recession is a red alert for retail
The UK has slipped back into recession. The dreaded double-dip, which most commentators expected us to avoid, is a reality for the first time since the 1970s.
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NewsHigh street sales ease in April, says CBI
High street sales fell in line with expectations in April as consumers continued to rein in spending, according to the CBI Distributive Trades Survey.