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AnalysisAmazon to pull sales of Apple and Google video-streaming devices
Amazon is to halt the sale of video-streaming devices from rivals Google and Apple that aren’t compatible with its own media service.
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AnalysisRetailers should build emotional currency to win hearts rather than minds
When it comes to hard gigs in marketing, there can be few tougher than selling the benefits of mouthwash. Listerine has taken a new approach
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AnalysisIs the plastic bag levy a marketing opportunity or threat?
In just a few days, a simple trip to the shops in cities, towns and villages across England will never be the same again for consumers.
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AnalysisApple gears up for overhaul of 'tired and outdated' Regent Street store
Apple is undertaking a major redesign of its flagship Regent Street store and is reportedly set to relocate its Birmingham store.
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AnalysisWalmart to axe 450 jobs as it restructures head office team
US retail titan Walmart will wield the axe on 450 jobs at its headquarters in Arkansas as it restructures its management team.
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AnalysisNext week in retail: Results from Ted Baker, Tesco and DFS
Retail Week presents a round-up of what to look out for next week, including a half-year update from Tesco and full-year figures from DFS.
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AnalysisThe Consumer Rights Act – what retailers need to know
The Consumer Rights Act, which comes into force today, will help protect consumers but it will also pose significant challenges for retailers.
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AnalysisPersonalisation: A selection of the best-in-class bespoke products
From Burberry monogrammed capes to Coke bottles emblazoned with names, the must-have items of the past year have been personalised.
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AnalysisComment: How new technology is making shopping personal again
Smart new kids on the block are using technology to make grocery shopping the local and personal experience it once was.
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AnalysisVision Express full-year sales strong but profits hit by acquisitions
Vision Express saw an 11% rise in full-year sales, but profits were dragged down by the cost of integrating newly-acquired businesses.
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AnalysisLakeland profits double and sales grow as investment ‘comes to fruition’
Lakeland has recorded a jump in full year pre-tax profits and sales as investments in a distribution centre extension and store revamps paid off.
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AnalysisLeo McKee: Sunday trading is not right for all retailers
Longer Sunday hours could benefit retailers and shoppers but there can be valid reasons not to trade on what some see as a day of rest.
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Analysis7-Eleven Australia bosses quit over 'underpaid workers' scandal
The bosses of convenience group 7-Eleven have quit the retailer in the aftermath of claims that it exploited workers over pay.
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AnalysisConsumer Rights Act hands shoppers buying digital content more protection
Consumers are being handed new legal rights when buying digital content as the law is modernised to reflect digital shopping habits.
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AnalysisNational minimum wage rises 3% to £6.70 per hour from today
The national minimum wage for adult workers will rise to £6.70 from today in a move that will hand a pay rise to more than one million people.
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AnalysisTesco chairman John Allan says further overseas disposals unlikely
Tesco chairman John Allan has ruled out any more major international disposals in the short term following the sale of Homeplus in South Korea.
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AnalysisMajestic Wine appoints Charles Tyrwhitt boss Greg Hodder as non-executive
Majestic Wine has appointed Charles Tyrwhitt chief executive and former Direct Wines boss Greg Hodder as non-executive director.
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AnalysisWaitrose launches provenance push in new TV advertising campaign
Waitrose is to launch a new ad campaign featuring its suppliers as it aims to shine the spotlight on quality and provenance.
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AnalysisComment: How tech can help US retailers adapt to Obama’s overtime pay changes
The White House’s upcoming change to overtime legislation will make millions of American hourly workers eligible for overtime pay.
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AnalysisNeed to know: The new 5p charge on single-use plastic bags
From next Monday, large retailers in England must charge at least 5p for single-use plastic bags, under new Government rules.