All International articles – Page 187
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NewsAmazon: Investing in its future
The internet powerhouse Amazon is investing to fund its expansion into new categories.
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AnalysisWhat’s in store for the high street?
After years of economic turmoil and the advance of digital, the high street is undergoing a period of unprecedented change. Rebecca Thomson considers how things might look like in a decade.
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NewsWhittard reviews overseas expansion plans
Tea and coffee specialist Whittard of Chelsea is to expand in to the Ukraine and Mexico as it continues to pursue international growth.
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NewsGeorge targets online growth after multichannel boost
Asda’s fashion business George aims to generate 10% of sales online after bolstering its multichannel offer.
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NewsBest Buy chairman to step down after CEO's affair scandal
Best Buy founder and chairman Richard Schulze is to step down after an internal investigation found he failed to alert the board that its chief executive was having an affair with a female employee.
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NewsSelfridges named best department store
Selfridges has been named the world’s top department store retailer for the second time by the Intercontinental Group of Department Stores (IGDS) .
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OpinionTime to get smart with CRM
As is the case with multichannel integration, customer relationship management (CRM) is a term that’s been around for years yet too few retailers appear to be practicing it.
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AnalysisMarket focus: Retail in Iceland
Both Sports Direct and frozen foods specialist Iceland have revealed plans to launch stores in Iceland.
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NewsSports Direct to open in Iceland
Sports Direct is to open its first store in Iceland this summer.
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AnalysisHow to attract international shoppers
As a big summer of tourism approaches, Alison Clements finds out why the UK has such appeal to international shoppers, what they like to buy and how retailers can attract them.
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NewsIceland to open frozen food stores in Iceland
Frozen food specialist Iceland is to launch in the country of the same name after striking a deal with Johannes Jonsson, the father of controversial former Baugur boss Jón Ásgeir Jóhannesson.
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OpinionSainsbury’s prepared for challenges ahead
Another solid performance from Justin King and his team at Sainsbury’s has added some much needed cheer to the turbulent UK grocery sector.
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AnalysisDixons: A tale of two Europes
Dixons’ trading statement showed divergent trends across Europe but the electricals giant looks well palced for the future.
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OpinionFrench retail: Vive la différence
The view, admiringly or not, that the French differ intractably from their neighbours, is enshrined in cliche.
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AnalysisRussia: Retail opportunities and challenges
Mamas & Papas has become the latest UK retailer to unveil expansion plans for Russia, attracted by the scale of opportunity. But building a business in the country is not always straightforward.
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GalleryPop-up shops: Going from strength to strength
Pop-up shops have come a long way from being attention-grabbing fads to brand mainstays that can make serious money.
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NewsHobbs prepares for international growth
Hobbs will embark on a major international push including store openings in France, Germany and Australia following the expected appointment of corporate adviser PwC.
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NewsAsda considers Walmart ‘pay with cash’ initiative
Asda is mulling implementing a version of its parent Walmart’s ‘pay with cash’ initiative, which allows customers to order online and pay using cash in store.
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NewsNorth Face given £2.8m price-fixing fine
Outdoor specialist The North Face has been handed a £2.8m fine for price-fixing.
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OpinionTackling the issues of ethical trade
It was, and remains, a ground-breaking concept; an alliance of companies, trade unions and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working together to improve the lives of workers around the world.