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AnalysisNick Worthington: Dreams’ driven chief executive
He may not have the profile of the retailer’s flamboyant founder Mike Clare, but Dreams’ chief executive has continued its strong growth despite the recession
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AnalysisChildren’s clothing controversy
Primark fell foul of a tabloid frenzy last week when it was accused of selling a ‘paedo bikini’. How damaging was the controversy and what lessons can be learnt?
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AnalysisFive big questions for Asda’s new boss
Asda is finding trading tough but has big ambitions. As Andy Bond prepares to take a back seat, Jennifer Creevy looks at the big issues his successor will need to tackle to get the grocer back on track
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AnalysisChina is not the only new retail market to investigate
While the volcanic ash cloud and the ensuing chaos may have blown over by the time this appears, the disruption to international trade once again highlights the weaknesses in our increasingly globalised economy.
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AnalysisWhat’s the benefit of retailers’ TV exposure?
Can participation in a TV show be beneficial to a retailer’s image or is it a gamble that can do long-term damage?
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AnalysisMay the forces be with you
The skills developed as an armed forces reservist can be of value to retailers
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AnalysisConsumer Finance: Credit where credit’s due
The credit market has faced a shake-up, but with in-store credit still accounting for billions in sales providers are innovating to offer better point-of-sale finance.
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AnalysisKate Bostock: general merchandise boss brings deft touch to M&S
With a honed offer and focus on newness it is no surprise M&S’s general merchandise boss has scored impressive fourth-quarter clothing results
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AnalysisWho’s front-runner in retail’s election?
The National Insurance controversy has thrust retail and its leaders into the thick of the general election battle. How will the parties’ policies affect our industry?
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AnalysisJapanese department stores’ decline continues
This month, Japanese department store operators Takashimaya and H2O Retailing Corporation scrapped plans to merge their operations by 2011.
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AnalysisTop guns: Is there still room for the maverick retail chief executive?
Today’s retail chief executive is more likely to be a former management consultant than market trader. But is there room for big personalities on today’s retail scene, asks Joanna Perry
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AnalysisLillian Tan: The low-profile chief revitalising Laura Ashley
Laura Ashley’s chief executive may keep a low profile, but her revival of what had become a tired brand has thrust her into the spotlight.
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Retail collaborations
As the new Boots and Waitrose tie-up shows, retailers see real potential in joining forces. But how can you make sure it works?
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Making training as simple as ABC
The overhaul of retail vocational training should benefit everyone
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AnalysisOutlets: The unsung heroes of retail
The outlet centre sector has thrived in recession but as the market reaches maturity in the UK where do growth opportunities lie.
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AnalysisEBay’s bid to conquer fashion
With a dedicated and revamped area, fashion marks eBay’s next big push into the fixed-price arena, but will customers take to the shift in focus and will it succeed in a crowded market
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AnalysisCan Walmart overcome Chinese etail challenges?
Walmart plans to launch an ecommerce operation in the world’s most populous nation. With more than 380 million internet users - more than the entire US population - China represents a massive opportunity for the world’s largest retailer. However, growth will not come easy and Walmart must be able to ...
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AnalysisHMV: Music to investors’ ears?
HMV continues to diversify its offer but will its new ventures pay off?