All Retail Week articles in November 4 2011 – Page 9
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NewsDebenhams updates the military look
Trafalgar Square’s famous landmarks got a makeover thanks to Debenhams last week at the launch of its virtual pop-up store.
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OpinionIt’s hard to imagine a time when we didn’t shop online
Congratulations to all the members of the Retail Week Etail Power List 2011 who, collectively, are making history and redefining the future of online retail.
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Woolworths reports overall sales increase
Woolworths’ overall sales for the first quarter of 2011 were up 4.9% to AUD14.6bn (£9.6bn). Net sales at its supermarket division including fuel grew 5.8% to AUD12.56bn (£8.27bn), bolstered by a 17% rise in revenue from fuel.Its Australian food and liquor sales increased 4.4% compared with the same period last ...
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AnalysisSlower but not steady
The growth rate of online sales is slowing in the UK, but there are still plenty of interesting dynamics at play that are likely to revitalise many businesses, finds Joanna Perry.
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NewsM-commerce sales to reach £2.5bn by 2016
Mobile retail is expected to grow by 42% per year for the next five years to be worth £2.5bn by 2016.
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NewsWarm weather hits John Lewis half-term sales
Sales at John Lewis fell in the week to 29 October, with takings down in all but one store and much slower growth from the website.
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NewsMonsoon hit by another management departure
Womenswear retailer Monsoon Accessorize is to suffer another management departure.
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NewsFirst M&S Food on the Move store to be trialled in London
Standalone shop will sell hot and cold food from the retailer’s existing ranges targeted at commuters.
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NewsJohn Lovering board appointment sparks speculation over Peacocks
Serial dealmaker John Lovering has joined the board of Peacocks owner Henson No 1, sparking speculation that he will exert a powerful influence over the embattled value retailer.
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NewsHobbs profits soar on record sales
Upmarket womenswear retailer Hobbs’ pre-tax profits soared 137% on record sales in the year to January 29.
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NewsTough Christmas ahead for retailers as consumer confidence remains low
Retailers are “braced for a difficult Christmas” after a marginal increase in consumer confidence in the third quarter.
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NewsAll Saints full year profits plunge
All Saints profits plunged 9% to £21.5m despite soaring sales for the year ending January 2011, according to figures filed at Companies House.
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InterviewQ&A: Alliance Boots' Alex Gourlay
Retail Week speaks to Alliance Boots chief executive of health and beauty Alex Gourlay about how Boots’ retail strategy has ensured it is well-positioned to meet its targets.
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GalleryIn pictures: Retail Week Etail Power List 2011
Retail Week was at the ICA in London to launch the Etail Power List 2011, to annouce the 50 most powerful people in online retail.