More on Me + Em – Page 1591
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OpinionComment: Dixons shows that change is a constant in retail
Dixons’ merger with Carphone Warehouse continues the retailer’s legacy of success by continually innovating and listening to their customers.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Aldi, Morrisons, Scottish retail sales and more
Retail news round-up on August 7, 2014: Aldi launches first own-brand smartphone, Scottish retail sales rise in second quarter, ASA bans Morrisons TV ad and DFS hires marketing agency Karmarama
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NewsAlliance Boots and Walgreens reassure investors over profit forecast downgrade
Alliance Boots and takeover partner Walgreens reassured investors today after revealing it has revised 2016 profit forecasts down.
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OpinionComment: The human touch is central to brand experience
Retail is a fascinating sector to be involved in and for me it’s a passion. Why? We’re a nation of shoppers and equally we’re all consumers.
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GalleryIn pictures: Carphone Warehouse unveils 'energetic' digital format
Carphone Warehouse is rolling out a new digital format across 200 of its stores as it seeks to create a slick and simplified experience.
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NewsInterest rate rise could dent consumer spending, warns think tank
A rise in interest rates could dent consumer spending if introduced within the next six months, warns the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank.
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NewsAlliance Boots' Stefano Pessina to lead strategy at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Alliance Boots executive chairman and serial deal-maker Stefano Pessina has been appointed to lead strategy at the combined Walgreens Boots Alliance company.
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OpinionBlog: Logistics providers must innovate to drive multichannel fashion sales globally
As the international multichannel market continues to experience rapid growth, it is crucial for supply chain operations to innovate.
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OpinionComment: Why UK retail shines on an international stage
The UK retail market sets the standard globally due to its focus on competition and innovation that puts the customer in the driving seat.
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OpinionComment: Retailers’ stores must offer an innovative experience to customers
As online retail become increasingly popular retailers must provide an in-store offer that can’t be experienced on a computer or smartphone.
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NewsAustralian stationer Smiggle to double store count before Christmas
Smiggle will open 10 new stores before Christmas in high profile locations including the Bullring, Westfield London and Meadowhall.
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NewsMultichannel retailers deliver stronger mobile sales than pureplays
Multichannel retailers are delivering stronger mobile sales growth than their pureplay counterparts, new research has revealed.
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NewsIn pictures: Plus-size brand Simply Be unveils collaboration with Kelly Brook
Plus-size brand Simply Be has unveiled a collaboration with model Kelly Brook which will see it stock size 10 clothing for the first time.
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NewsWalgreens to complete takeover of Alliance Boots
Walgreens is expected to reveal it will buy the remaining 55% stake in Alliance Boots, completing the merger of the two giants.
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NewsShop prices fall 1.9% in July marking 15th consecutive deflationary month
Shop prices fell sharply in July, marking the fifteenth consecutive month of decline as food inflation dropped to its lowest rate.
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NewsPoundland’s most recent retail catalogue does the math
Budget retailer Poundland, deciding their name is not clear enough, have listed the price of each of their items in the retailer’s catalogue.
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OpinionComment: Retailers could benefit from some straight talking
Morrisons recent sale of Kiddicare raises questions about whether more honestly expressed opinions could make retail more agile.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Boots, Tesco and shop prices
Retail news round-up on August 6, 2014: Walgreens to acquire Alliance Boots, Shop prices drop, Tesco’s share in Irish grocery market fell.
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NewsSainsbury's to shut non-food site and sell through single grocery platform
Sainsbury’s is to close its standalone general merchandise website and merge its non-food offer with its core online grocery proposition.
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GalleryIn pictures: Boux Avenue opens first airport store in Manchester
Boux Avenue has picked Manchester for its first airport shop as it targets consumers making last-minute holiday purchases.