All Lakeland articles – Page 3
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OpinionComment: Every retailer should know who their customers are
It feels almost odd talking about customer insights being central to a modern-day retailer.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Re-evaluating store portfolios
It has been a tough year for retail property directors as the economic downturn and the rapid development of multichannel commerce have forced many to re-evaluate their store portfolios. But as Ben Cooper finds out, it’s not only a case of downsizing.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Homewares retailers move with the times
The homewares and furniture sector has faced trying times, and difficult trading conditions have hit retailers unprepared for change. Anna Richardson Taylor speaks to those who see opportunities for innovation and growth.
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NewsAnalysis: Lakeland boss optimistic for Christmas sales growth
Despite tough trading conditions, homewares retailer Lakeland is steadily expanding.
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NewsProfits dip at Lakeland
Homewares specialist Lakeland’s pre-tax profits slipped to £7.2m in 2011 from £10.7m the previous year, although sales advanced.
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AnalysisChristmas in July: Looking ahead to the festive season
As retailers gear up to grab share of seasonal spend, Retail Week takes a look at the festive ranges on offer to excite shoppers.
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AnalysisSpeeding up the spending process
As customers demand choice in payments, do retailers that ignore self-service, contactless payment and a host of online transaction options risk losing sales? Alison Clements reports.
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NewsLakeland to introduce contactless payment
Lakeland is to introduce contactless payment in all of its stores this summer.
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NewsSix new retailers sign up to Springfields Outlet
Six new retailers have taken space in the Springfields Outlet in Spalding, Lincolnshire.
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NewsConsumers experiencing crisis of confidence, top retailers say
Leading retailers feel the squeeze as shoppers tighten their belts further and consumer confidence plummets, and fear no immediate improvement on the horizon.
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NewsLakeland warns of "miserable" 2011 despite profits rise last year
Lakeland grew profits and sales last year but the homewares retailer has said that 2011 has been “miserable” in the last two months.
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NewsPottery Barn owner Williams-Sonoma eyes UK entry
Upmarket US home furnishing and cookware chain Williams-Sonoma, owner of Pottery Barn, is plotting its entry into the UK next year.
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AnalysisThe rise of personalised offers
Faster, cheaper technology means personalised offers traditionally produced by the big grocers are now in reach of every retailer. Alison Clements finds out how retailers are doing it.
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NewsLakeland bolsters etail as sales move online
Homewares retailer Lakeland is ramping up its online offer with targeted merchandising on its website, as its non-store sales migrate from mail order to online.
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NewsInternational footwear brands open UK stores
International footwear brands are making a play for the UK market, with premium Brazilian chain NÃO Do Brasil opening its first UK store in Bluewater while Japanese fashion brand Onitsuka Tiger plans to expand.
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AnalysisJulian Rayner
Renowned for its off-the-wall products, Lakeland has won a hugely loyal following among the middle classes. Nicola Harrison profiles one of the brothers driving the business forward
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NewsBoots signs up 50 retailers for new online loyalty venture
Boots has agreed deals with about 50 companies that will allow its customers to pick up Advantage Card loyalty points when they shop online with other retailers.
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NewsLakeland doubles profits as it cuts costs and drives product innovation
Homewares retailer Lakeland, darling of the middle classes, has more than doubled its full-year profits after cutting costs and focusing on product innovation.
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