More on Me + Em – Page 388
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Opinion‘Walmart woes spook investors, but now’s not the time to run a business for the share price’
The challenges flagged by Walmart, and its responses to them, likely give a taste of things to come for the US giant’s counterparts on this side of the pond.
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Opinion‘Make no mistake – quick commerce is not going anywhere’
Even before the pandemic, grocery shopping was ripe for disruption and q-commerce is here to stay, argues Edge by Ascential’s Xian Wang
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Retail VoiceThe evolving role of today’s CFO
The role of the CFO is expanding rapidly, but what is expected of the CFO 2.0, asks Palantir’s Geraldine Lafontaine and Darren Matthews.
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Retail VoiceThree stages of retail opportunity in the metaverse
With the metaverse offering retailers a whole new level of customer interaction, EY’s Thomas Harms takes a look at what firms can do to seize the moment
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NewsHarrods appoints new chief financial officer
Harrods has named Tim Parker as group chief financial officer as it seeks to build operations following tough trading during the pandemic.
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NewsTed Baker moves forward with sale as Fat Face recruits bankers
Both Ted Baker and Fat Face have made advances in their searches for a buyer.
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NewsKingfisher sales beat pre-pandemic levels but lockdown DIY boom slows
DIY giant Kingfisher’s sales declined against strong comparables in the last two years.
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NewsMoonpig expands range with Buyagift acquisition
Moonpig has made moves to grow its gifting offer with the proposed acquisition of Buyagift.
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NewsThe Very Group owners revive plans for £4bn listing
The Very Group owners the Barclay family have brought back plans to float the online retailer to the tune of £4bn.
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Opinion‘A new kind of leadership can help retailers thrive through the challenges ahead’
In the face of mounting challenges, retail leaders can succeed by hiring and developing the right people, adopting a constructive approach to all stakeholders and fostering a culture of innovation, writes Sally Elliott.
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NewsIceland cuts food prices for over-60s shoppers in bid to ease soaring living costs
Iceland and Food Warehouse have unveiled plans to reduce the cost of their products by 10% on a weekly basis for shoppers aged 60 and over in its latest bid to ease the cost of living crisis for customers.
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NewsRetail sales decline as stretched shoppers rein in non-food spending
In April, retail sales registered a substantial decline in the volume of products bought year-on-year.
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NewsTesco axes multi-buy junk food deals despite HFSS delay
Tesco has said it will press ahead with plans to remove BOGOF deals on unhealthy items despite the government announcing that the regulations would be delayed for a year.
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DataConsumer confidence plummets to lowest-ever levels as cost-of-living crisis escalates
Consumer confidence has reached an all-time low since records began in 1974.
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Opinion‘Asos’ chair has taken on a second retail giant, but when will it find its new CEO?’
Asos and Asda’s difficulties in finding new chief executives reflect a bigger problem in retail’s battle to secure top talent, writes Rosie Shepard
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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership drafts in new people boss from Post Office
John Lewis Partnership has appointed Lisa Cherry as executive director for people.
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NewsLove Island partners with eBay to bring sustainable fashion to TV screens
eBay will act as reality TV show Love Island’s fashion partner, with contestants all wearing second-hand outfits.
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NewsCurrys turns to Asos to hire new chair
Currys has appointed Ian Dyson, at present the chair of Asos, as its new chair.
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NewsOnline sales tax will ‘damage shops and high streets’, Marks & Spencer warns
Marks & Spencer has written to chancellor Rishi Sunak setting out its opposition to an online sales tax.
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NewsExclusive: French Connection partners with Hirestreet to launch rental service
French Connection has launched an on-demand rental service on its own site, powered by Hirestreet’s sister platform Zoa.