All Retail Week articles in March 21 2014
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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InterviewInterview: Terry Duddy’s journey from analogue to digital retail
During his 15 years at the helm, Terry Duddy oversaw big changes at Home Retail. He might be moving on but shows no signs of slowing down, finds George MacDonald.
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AnalysisSainsbury's fourth quarter sales fall: What the analysts say
Sainsbury’s has reported its first sales fall in nine years after like-for-likes excluding fuel tumbled 3.1% in the fourth quarter. We analyse the reaction from the City
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NewsAsos boss expects Russia to become more difficult amid Eastern Europe troubles
Asos boss Nick Robertson said he expects Russia to become more difficult to trade in as the troubles in Eastern Europe continue.
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NewsAsos trials first rewards scheme to boost customer loyalty
Online giant Asos is trialling a loyalty scheme that gives customers a chance to earn points as they shop.
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AnalysisAsos trading update: What the analysts say
Asos has reported retail sales up 26% in the two months to February 28 but has warned on margins. Retail Week takes a look at the view from the City.
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AnalysisRetail Week Live: Six major themes from the event
Some of retail’s biggest names spoke at Retail Week Live about the issues facing the industry, with the key themes ranging from international growth to retail reinvention.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Are the good times over for Sainsbury's and the food sector?
Sainsbury’s nine-year run of like-for-like sales uplifts has today come to an abrupt end. While it was well trailed, it still has significant implications for the grocery sector overall.
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OpinionComment: The share price may have fallen but Asos has not lost its mojo
The City’s reaction to online fashion powerhouse Asos update on Tuesday was surprising given its overall growth
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NewsMonsoon trials in-store IT system that offers 'true multichannel environment'
Monsoon Accessorize is piloting an IT system in store that combines its online offer with its point of sale, giving customers a “true multichannel environment”.
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News2,700 Pets at Home employees take shares in newly-listed retailer
Some 2,700 Pets at Home employees snapped up shares in the business, as it floated on the stock market this week.
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NewsSit-Up TV rescued as creditors approve CVA
Sit Up TV’s creditors have “overwhelmingly” voted through the CVA which will enable the TV shopping firm to restructure its fixed cost base.
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NewsBRC and Government commit to boosting appeal of careers in retail
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) and the Department for Work and Pensions have pledged to increase the appeal of careers within retail.
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NewsTesco shares downgraded as grocery sector strife continues
Tesco has been downgraded to a ‘Sell’ by one of its longest-standing fans in the City as the grocery sector comes under pressure.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on M and M and Tesco
Retail news round-up on March 19, 2014: Clothing etailer M and M Direct for sale for £80m; Tesco loses market share in Ireland
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NewsM and M Direct owner mulls sale, IPO or refinancing
M and M Direct’s private equity backer TA Associates is considering its options for the etailer which could include a sale or float.
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NewsUniqlo owner Fast Retailing 'ends talks to buy J Crew'
Uniqlo’s owner Fast Retailing has ended acquisition talks with J Crew, which could mean the US retailer pushes ahead with IPO plans.
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GalleryIn pictures: River Island opens first Swedish store in Stockholm
River Island opened its first Swedish store in Stockholm on Saturday in the Gallerian shopping mall.
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NewsB&Q makes further redundancies as 100 employees leave head office
B&Q has made a further round of redundancies as it seeks simplify the business to transform itself into an omnichannel retailer.
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NewsThe Co-operative Group reshuffles executive team to 'revitalise' business
The Co-operative Group has reshuffled its executive team as it vies to “revitalise” the organisation.
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NewsClinton Cards' former managing director plans 25-store greetings card chain
Clinton Cards’ former group managing director Clinton Lewin aims to grow his iCandy greetings card business to 25 stores.