All Home & DIY articles – Page 73
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NewsDFS boss: We've clearly not been immune to uncertainty
DFS chief executive Ian Filby told Retail Week that today’s profit warning was the result of external factors and would not impact the retailer’s investment plans.
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NewsRetail sales grow at slowest rate for four years
UK retail sales grew at their slowest rate for more than four years in May as rising inflation following the Brexit vote dragged on spending.
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NewsDFS issues profit warning as consumer uncertainty bites
DFS has said its full-year profits will be below market expectations as uncertainty triggered by the general election has hurt sales.
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NewsBunnings poaches B&Q retail director for COO role
Bunnings has poached DIY rival B&Q’s retail director Damian McGloughlin to take on the role of chief operating officer, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsToday in retail: Dark times for BrightHouse
BrightHouse’s problems were laid bare today when the rent-to-buy business posted an eye-watering slump in profitability.
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AnalysisSeven ways to navigate post-election uncertainty
As the retail sector’s current state of uncertainty looks set to continue, we identify seven things retailers can do to successfully navigate it.
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NewsBrightHouse profits slump as affordability checks bite
BrightHouse has suffered a steep drop in full-year profits after new regulations surrounding its business model impacted earnings.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: New Look, Tesco and more
Retail news round-up: New Look directors leave the company; Tesco to report continued growth in sales; and Charles Tyrwhitt's parent company reports surge in profits.
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AnalysisWhy people can’t stop looking at Dixons Carphone HQ
Dixons Carphone rings the changes, Elys throws a real retail party and a shop in NYC has a soft touch.
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NewsKingfisher: Disruption set to continue, analysts warn
DIY giant Kingfisher has indicated that the “unforeseen business disruption” that sliced around 2% off its first-quarter sales is set to continue and potentially worsen.
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DataOnline footfall index: Home and DIY benefits from bank holiday
Online footfall went into reverse in May for the first time in 11 months reflecting the trend in overall retail sales.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: H&M and SuperValu
Retail news round-up: H&M to launch new clothing and homeware range; and SuperValu ranks first in Ireland.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Tesco, Sainsbury’s and more
Retail news round-up: Tesco investors against the Booker merger; Fairtrade boss accuses Sainsbury’s of replacing it; and Leesa to launch new model in the UK.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five lessons for retailers from Formula One
The glitz and glamour, Champagne and fast cars of Formula One have captivated motor racing fans across the world for decades.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Shop Direct, high street and more
Retail news round-up: Buyout firms decide not to bid for Shop Direct; high-street fashion sales decline; and Yoox Net-a-Porter targeted by short-sellers.
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NewsScS managing director Kevin Royal steps down
ScS managing director Kevin Royal is stepping down from his role after more than 35 years with the business.
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NewsToday in Retail: A bank holiday spending spree
A bank holiday spending spree is being predicted as consumers flock to the shops this three-day payday weekend.
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NewsBlue Diamond profits bloom as store estate grows
Blue Diamond posted a leap in its full-year profits and like-for-like sales as it continues to expand its bricks-and-mortar footprint.
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NewsRetailers prepare for bank holiday spending spree
Retailers are braced for a spending spree this weekend as the weaker pound prompts a bank holiday staycation boom.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Kingfisher – is there a spanner in the works?
Kingfisher seems to have hit a few bumps in the road as it ploughs ahead with its five-year transformation plan, masterminded by group boss Véronique Laury.