All Retail Week articles in March 9 2012 – Page 3
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Metro targets independent retailers
Metro’s Cash and Carry chain is targeting independent retailers with a new format in Romania.The retailer has launched a new franchise programme for a convenience store format under the brand La doi pasi, which translates as ‘two steps’.So far, 200 stores have joined the franchise programme, with 80 already operational ...
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Pantaloon Retail to leave joint venture with Staples
Future Group-owned Pantaloon Retail in India plans to leave its joint venture with office retailer Staples by June.The change is part of the group’s strategy to raise funds and focus on core retail operations. The joint venture agreement with Staples, signed in 2007, gives the US-based retailer an option to ...
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NewsMorrisons reports 'best year' as profits rise
Morrisons recorded its “best year yet” while like-for-like sales increased 1.8% and profits rose.
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AnalysisVideo: John Lewis boss Andy Street on the company's business model
John Lewis boss Andy Street speaks to Retail Week’s Nicola Harrison about the company’s bonus scheme and its importance to the partners.
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NewsHeathrow reports record retail sales
Heathrow Airport has reported a record retail sales of £1.7bn.
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NewsSainsbury's employees share in £26.5m saving scheme payout
Sainsbury’s employees will share a £26.5m payout as two of the grocer’s ‘save as you earn’ schemes matured.
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NewsPawnbroker H&T full year pre-tax profits soar
H&T Group adjusted pre-tax profit soared 13.9% to £23.5m in 2011 as the pawnbroker hits the expansion trail.
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NewsBoohoo moves into menswear
Online fashion retailer Boohoo.com will launch a menswear line on Wednesday.
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NewsOne week until The Cloud Retail Week Conference
Retail’s most senior leaders will gather next week on March 14 and 15 at The Cloud Retail Week Conference.
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NewsGo Outdoors hires former Tesco man as finance chief
Go Outdoors has hired former Tesco man Chris Morgan as its new finance boss.
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NewsSchuh to launch first international website
Schuh will take its first steps into Europe as it launches its first international website for France in May this year.
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NewsM&S launches new multichannel store format
Marks and Spencer is launching a new multichannel store format with free Wi-Fi and QR codes featured throughout.
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NewsMarni and H&M collaboration draws crowds
The Marni and H&M tie-up has shoppers queuing to snap up the limited edition range.
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NewsBonmarché returns focus to over-50s
Bonmarché will sharpen price points and return to its roots as a womenswear retailer aimed at the over-50s under the ownership of private equity firm Sun European, which bought it out of administration six weeks ago.
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NewsWhittard to expand after good Christmas
Tea and coffee specialist Whittard of Chelsea is to embark on an expansion drive at home and overseas following a strong Christmas performance.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How do I get managers to support apprenticeship programmes?
We are introducing a programme of nationally recognised qualifications to the workforce. How can I get my middle managers on board and convince them to support their staff?
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Analysis
Apps: River Island Vs Topman
Phil Dean, Managing director, creative services at Communisis, shares his view of good and bad apps.
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NewsTrinity Leeds shopping centre scheme attracts more retailers
Land Securities has signed more retailers to its Trinity Leeds scheme, where Primark has upscaled to a larger store.
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NewsWork experience scheme backed by public, exclusive poll reveals
Retailers’ involvement in work experience schemes has the overwhelming backing of the public, despite prompting a storm of protest in recent weeks.