All Retail Week articles in June 26 2015 – Page 2
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News
Topps Tiles like-for-likes jump in third quarter as market share grows
Topps Tiles’ like-for-like sales have jumped 5.9% during its third quarter as the retailer continues to grow its market share.
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News
Apple 'assessing next steps' after anti-trust ruling on ebook prices
Apple said it is “assessing next steps” after a US court upheld a judge’s ruling that it conspired with publishers to increase ebook prices.
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Opinion
Retail surgery: How retailers can avoid the common glitches that happen at Christmas
Christmas may be months away but rigorous preparation for the period is essential – particularly in light of the popularity of Black Friday.
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News
Breakfast briefing: Retail news on Morrisons, Ebay and Zalando
Retail news round-up on July 1st, 2015: Morrisons is the only big four grocer to record a market share rise and Zalando hires Asos’ buying manager.
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Opinion
Comment: Inspire commitment in the workforce by promoting from within
When selecting new managers, look to your existing colleagues first – the grass is not always greener on the other side.
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News
Store Gallery: Asda opens its first high street store in Wealdstone
Supermarket giant Asda has made its first foray on to the high street after opening a new 12,430 sq ft store in Wealdstone.
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Gallery
Store Gallery: Carpetright launches 'inspirational' new retail concept
Carpetright has unveiled a retail concept on Clapham High Street that is designed to inspire shoppers and encourage experimentation.
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News
Ocado boss Steiner admits grocer may not sign international deal in 2015
Ocado boss Tim Steiner said the grocer may not find an international partner this year, but reaffirmed his confidence that a deal will be signed.
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Analysis
Carpetright profits surge as turnaround gathers pace: What the analysts say
Carpetright has recorded a big increase in pre-tax profits as its turnaround continues apace. Here is what the analysts say.
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News
Morrisons and Co-op continue recoveries as sales rise at both grocers
The two embattled grocers have continued their fightback by outperforming the market, according to the latest Kantar Worldpanel data.
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News
Amazon launches one-hour delivery for Prime members in London
Amazon has today launched a one-hour delivery service for its Prime members in London as it ups the ante in the fulfilment battle.
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Analysis
The 15 best retailers to work for in the UK in 2015 – according to employees
In a ferociously hard-fought retail environment, attracting and retaining the best staff can make a competitive difference.
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News
Ocado half-year sales and EBITDA rise: What the analysts say
Online grocer Ocado has reported an 11.4% jump in half-year EBITDA driven by a strong uplift in retail sales. Here is what the analysts say.
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Opinion
Comment: Wilf Walsh sets off on a magic carpet ride as profits rise
Until his surprise appointment as Carpetright boss, former HMV man Wilf Walsh was more associated with Inspiral than inspiring carpets.
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Analysis
Analysis: Start preparing for the logistical minefield around seasonal peaks
Trading peaks such as Black Friday and Christmas put a strain on fulfilment strategies. Here is how retailers can prepare.
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News
Ocado half-year sales boosted by broader customer base
Ocado has reported a healthy rise in half-year EBITDA after a 15.7% lift in retail sales, despite ongoing price deflation in the grocery market.
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News
Carpetright pre-tax profits jump as bid to reposition brand progresses
Carpetright declares year of “significant progress” as underlying pre-tax profits more than treble.
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News
Breakfast Briefing: Retail News on Tesco, insolvencies, Ireland sales
Retail news round-up on June 30, 2015: Tesco director denies ‘funding crisis’, retail sector registers highest level of insolvencies, May sales in Ireland decline
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News
Carpetright overhauls logo as it aims to appeal to more affluent customers
Carpetright has revealed it is testing a new logo as it aims to appeal to more customers without alienating its existing shoppers.
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Video
Four Sites: The architecture and design of this year's shopping centres
Watch the first episode of Retail Week’s new four-part documentary series, as we take a closer look at the shopping centres opening in the UK this year.