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Analysis
German discounters put the heat on Swiss grocers
The Swiss grocery market is showing signs of heating up this year.
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AnalysisThe common denominator
Kingfisher international boss Peter Høgsted is convinced group sourcing of common ranges is the DIY giant’s biggest opportunity to cut costs and boost differentiation.
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OpinionHMV no longer top of the pops
Like the chart stars whose tunes it sells, entertainment group HMV is susceptible to wild swings of fortune and last week’s update was hardly music to investors’ ears.
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OpinionRetail surgery: Our overseas suppliers check our business’ credit worthiness, but should we also look into how able they are to pay their bills?
Our overseas suppliers check our business’ credit worthiness, but should we also look into how able they are to pay their bills?
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OpinionRetail surgery: A number of store staff have never received a contract of employment? Could I be taken to an employment tribunal for any breaches of employment law?
A number of store staff have never received a contract of employment? Could I be taken to an employment tribunal for any breaches of employment law?
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AnalysisSupply Chain: Tapping global sources
Sourcing overseas can help retailers innovate, but there are risks involved, says Mark Faithfull
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NewsAndy Clarke tipped to take over as Asda CEO as Darren Blackhurst leaves
Asda chief operating officer Andy Clarke is tipped to take over as chief executive and chief merchandising officer Darren Blackhurst has left the grocer, Retail Week has learnt.
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NewsTesco to launch 50% off clothing Sale
Tesco will launch a 50% Sale on its clothing website on Friday May 7 to celebrate the site’s first six months of trading.
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NewsWeaker April sales round off stronger first quarter at Gap
Gap sales fell in April after a more positive first quarter where sales grew 6% to $3.3bn (£2.2bn) and like-for-like sales lifted 4% in the three months to May1.
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OpinionAsos adds more cool to the second-hand market
Hand-me-downs and second-hand clothes have never been so popular – vintage has become a look all in its own right - and there is no shame any more in wearing other people’s clothes.
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NewsGoogle to launch ebook store
Google will go head-to-head with Amazon and Apple this year when it launches an ebook service.
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NewsMothercare eyes Blooming Marvellous
Mothercare is understood to be looking at buying baby and maternity retailer Blooming Marvellous to boost its clothing offer.
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NewsPoundland embarrassment for Boots
Product identical to Boots No7 and Botanics lines is being sold in Poundland at a much lower price, it has emerged, potentially embarrassing the health and beauty giant.
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NewsSales momentum slows at Morrisons
Supermarket group Morrisons has reported a slowdown in sales during its first quarter, but said it was still winning customers.
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NewsIan Dyson leaves Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer has announced the departure of finance director Ian Dyson, just a day after Marc Bolland joined as chief executive.
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NewsWestfield London targeted by gang of robbers
Westfield London has been targeted by a gang of robbers who stole hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of jewellery.
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Shoppers Drug Mart sales up 5.7%
Drugstore chain Shoppers Drug Mart’s sales jumped 5.7% to C$2.32bn (£1.5bn) in the first quarter of 2010. The company continues to enjoy sales growth in all regions of the country, led by gains in Quebec and Western Canada. Like-for-like sales increased 3.1% over the quarter.Net earnings increased 8.2% to C$116m ...