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OpinionComment: New stores – just for central London?
We are told we are in the middle of a recovery, but what does the pattern of new store openings indicate?
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NewsShoppers using less cash than ever as they embrace digital payment methods
Shoppers are using less cash than ever as retailers invest in easier and more convenient ways to pay.
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NewsCard Factory refinances senior bank facilities
Card Factory, the greetings care retailer that floated on the stock exchange last month, has completed the refinancing of its existing senior bank facilities.
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NewsMorrisons launches long-awaited loyalty card trial
Morrisons has launched a trial of its long-awaited loyalty card scheme as part of its turnaround plans.
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NewsTesco inks deal to sell House of Fraser products online
Tesco has inked a deal with House of Fraser to sell the premium department store group’s goods through its website.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, House of Fraser, Kingfisher, Made.com and more
Retail news round-up on June 2, 2014:Tesco seals deal with House of Fraser for online sales, Kingfisher boss says an independent Scotland would be less attractive to invest in, Online retailer Made.com mulls IPO
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AnalysisVideo: Comptoir des Cotonniers' PowaTag mobile marketing campaign in Paris
French fashion chain Comptoir des Contonnieres is rolling out a marketing campaign with a mobile element. Retail Week takes a look at the campaign in Paris.
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OpinionComment: Amazon is still right at the forefront of innovation
Amazon has revealed plans to stream a sci-fi drama called Extant, which stars Halle Berry.
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NewsHarris+Hoole launches mobile app allowing customers to pay with just one tap
Coffee specialist Harris+Hoole has upgraded its mobile app to allow customers to pay without having to touch, tap or scan at the counter.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How does Mountain Warehouse compare against its rivals?
Mountain Warehouse has posted record annual profits. Retail Week takes a look at how it compares with its competitors.
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NewsJD Sports' long-serving boss Barry Bown exits after 30 years
JD Sports chief executive Barry Bown is to depart the sports retailer after 30 years at the company.
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OpinionComment: Despite optimism, a UK retail recovery remains fragile
Optimism seems to abound about British retail, but talk of a sustained recovery may be premature.
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OpinionComment: Heinz row highlights Twitter danger for retailers
Earlier this week news broke of another embarrassing Twitter mishap. Not a luddite politician or foot-in-mouth pop star this time, but the giant US food processor Heinz.
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OpinionComment: Salespeople are key to successful business
If we are to punch at or above our weight in the world, grow our businesses and enhance our lifestyles, we need good salespeople.
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OpinionBlog: Retailers and carriers need to invest in the multichannel future
Earlier this year the British public voted online shopping as the biggest technological development of the 21st century just ahead of internet banking, according to some research from E-ON.
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NewsMountain Warehouse posts record results as online sales rocket
Outdoor gear specialist Mountain Warehouse has posted a surge in sales and profits after benefiting from its multichannel offer.
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NewsConsumer confidence hits a nine-year high, researcher Gfk reports
Consumer confidence reached its highest level in nine years during May and has soared over the last year.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis weekly sales rise as wet weather draws shoppers
Sales at John Lewis rose 14.2% last week to £71.5m, helped by wet weather and a strong fashion performance at the department store.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on consumer confidence, the Co-operative Group and Scotts & Co
Retail news round-up on May 30, 2014: Consumer confidence climbs in May; Co-operative Group reveals reform timetable; Scotts & Co buys Rowlands Clothing
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AnalysisFlash Sales websites: What do retailers need to know?
Australian flash Sales site MySale has hit the headlines as it lines up a float. Retail Week takes a look at Flash Sales retailing.