All Retail Week articles in November 6, 2009
Browse all news stories and articles from this date or time period.
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NewsConsumer confidence at highest level for 18 months
Consumer confidence is at its highest level for 18 months, despite consumers remaining anxious about the possibility of unemployment.
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NewsOxford Circus diagonal crossing opens
A new diagonal pedestrian crossing on London’s Oxford Circus will be unveiled this morning, in time for the busy Christmas trading period.
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NewsMorrisons seeks supplier support
Morrisons is understood to be asking for suppliers for more support for its promotions as competition in the grocery sector intensifies.
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NewsM&S to repeat Penny Bazaar promotion for Christmas
Marks & Spencer is to open in-store penny bazaars later this month selling Christmas stocking-fillers as well as goods such as mugs and knickers for 1p.
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NewsTesco holds talks with Tony Blair
Tesco is understood to have held talks with former Prime Minister Tony Blair about helping the grocer to move into the Middle East.
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NewsKidswear most resilient clothing sector
Kidswear has been the most resilient clothing sector in the recession, according to market research house Verdict.
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NewsSmall shopkeepers urge Government action to safeguard stores
Small shopkeepers are asking the government to take action to safeguard the future for thousands of stores.
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OpinionArcadia: a tale of two brands
Arcadia’s recent results mask the fact that there are some less than ideal formats in the group
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NewsPotential buyers circle Threshers owner First Quench
Rival off-licence chains and private equity groups are understood to be circling collapsed drinks retailer First Quench.
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NewsM&S targets Waitrose in advertising first
Marks & Spencer has launched a price comparison advertising campaign targeting Waitrose’s Essentials range, the first time the retailer has adopted the tactic against its close competitor.
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NewsBlacks looks to exit 89 stores with CVA proposal
Blacks Leisure has unveiled details of a proposed company voluntary arrangement (CVA) as part the group’s restructuring.
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NewsDunelm like-for-likes rise 15.1%
Value homewares retailer Dunelm has delivered a better-than-expected performance in the first 17 weeks on the new financial year, as like-for-likes jumped 15.1%.
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NewsAlliance Boots revenue up 11.6%
Health and beauty group Alliance Boots has reported revenue up 11.6% to £9bn for the six months to September 30 and said it is well positioned for the second half including the key Christmas trading period.
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NewsPrimark like-for-likes up 7%
Value fashion retailer Primark has reported sales up 20% in the year to September 12, with like-for-likes up 7%.
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OpinionA year of Westfield London
Westfield London has been a real success, but its developer continues to inspire mixed feelings.
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NewsMarks & Spencer gives green light to branded food range
Marks & Spencer is to roll out its branded grocery offer to most of its shops after the success of a trial in 54 stores in the North East and South East of England.
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NewsCarrier bag charges in Wales by May 2011
Shoppers in Wales may have to start paying for plastic bags before May 2011.
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NewsM&S posts flat first-half profits
Marks & Spencer reported a “good start” to its third quarter but is “cautious” about Christmas prospects after posting flat interim profits.
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NewsShop price inflation at zero after two months of deflation
Overall shop price inflation stood at zero last month after two consecutive months of deflation.
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NewsNext sales continue to beat expectations
Next sales have continued ahead of expectations with like-for-like sales down 1.3% for its third quarter to October 31.