All Retail Week articles in Ocotber 25 2013 – Page 3
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OpinionComment: The technology trends and start-ups retailers need to know about
When 3 major UK retailers went bust right after Christmas last year in early January 2013, we should have all known that something fundamental was changing in people’s buying behaviour.
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OpinionComment: Apple’s issue with the HMV app is no surprise
The spat that broke out between HMV and Apple over the iOS version of the Hilco-owned retailer’s music app has inevitably been positioned as a clash between old and new.
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NewsAsos and Primark still in talks to make online trial work
Asos and Primark have not given up hope on their online trial becoming a long-term arrangement as the pair attempt to make it profitable.
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NewsArgos to unveil 'digital stores' as multichannel grows
Multichannel retailer Argos is poised to unveil a new-model store designed to reflect its shift to digital commerce.
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NewsBRC takes business rates fight up a gear as it hires adviser
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has appointed Ernst &Young to step up its bid to reform the business rates system.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Retailers’ fight to stop shopper loyalty waning
Technology has made it easier for consumers to shop around, but retailers are hitting back and using digital innovations and traditional techniques to amass loyal followings.
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NewsTesco eyes global fashion dominance for F&F brand
Tesco has unveiled audacious ambitions to be “the world’s leading retailer for affordable fashion” that will take it toe-to-toe with the largest clothing specialists.
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OpinionComment: Imagining failure can lead to retail success
Retailers will by now be well advanced planning for next year. To most of us planning is a tedious necessity - ‘failure to plan is planning to fail’.
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GalleryIn pictures: London’s first designer outlet opens in Wembley
London’s first designer outlet opened its doors today next to Wembley Stadium.
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NewsRetail employment growth slows in third quarter
Retail employment in the third quarter grew at its weakest rate in 2013, rising just 1%, but retailers aim to step up staffing levels for Christmas.
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NewsDebenhams full-year profits fall 2.7% as it remains 'cautious' of recovery
Debenhams revealed a profit fall in its full-year figures as it remains “cautious” for the year ahead.
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NewsAsos boss Nick Robertson gives away £2.8m to staff
Asos founder and chief executive Nick Robertson has awarded staff £2.8m in a special bonus which he is covering personally, Retail Week has learned.
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NewsPrimark to extend compensation for victims of Bangladesh factory tragedy
Primark plans to extend compensation for victims and their families affected by the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh in April that killed more than 1,100 people.
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NewsTopshop opens in Paris' Galeries Lafayette
Topshop is to open in France today with a concession in the upmarket Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris.
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NewsDr Martens bought for £300m by private equity firm Permira
Footwear brand and retailer Dr Martens has been acquired by an investment vehicle backed by private equity firm Permira Funds for £300m.
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AnalysisDebenhams full year results: what the analysts say
Debenhams today revealed that total group sales increased 2.5% during the 52 weeks to 31 August 2013, however pre-tax profit fell 2.7%. Retail Week rounds up reaction to the results.
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NewsDebenhams brand mix to move more upmarket after Oxford Street revamp
Debenhams is looking to bring more upmarket brands into its business on the back of its £25m Oxford Street redevelopment.
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OpinionComment: Ecommerce investors are becoming ever more discerning
Valued at an estimated £78 billion last year and still growing rapidly, the UK ecommerce market is an extremely profitable sector that shows no sign of slowing down.
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OpinionComment: Debenhams has not been blinded by short-term gains
Today’s results represent good progress for Debenhams against the backdrop of a marketplace that remains challenging.
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NewsAlliance Boots' independent pharmacy aims to become a 'household name'
Alliance Boots’ Alphega Pharmacy chain is targeting UK and overseas growth as it aims to become a “household name”.