All Retail Week articles in October 2022 – Page 2
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Retail Voice
Five ways retailers can drive disruption
A wave of disruptive brands has entered the marketplace in recent years and is turning retailers’ heads, so how can you ensure your business is innovating in order to remain competitive? HSO’s head of retail Hector Hickmott provides five top tips
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Opinion
Murray Lambell: 'Strikes will be the grinch that ruins Christmas for retailers'
We stand ready to help small businesses impacted by postal strikes this golden quarter, says eBay UK boss Murray Lambell
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News
Retailers to splurge record £446m on golden quarter advertising
Retailers are taking their marketing and advertising spending to record levels this golden quarter, as the deepening cost-of-living crisis forces customers to cut discretionary purchases.
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Gallery
Store gallery: Gymshark boss hails 'iconic' Regent Street location ahead of flagship opening
Gymshark’s first flagship store is set to open on London’s Regent Street on Saturday and founder and chief executive Ben Francis says “it will be one of those days that none of us ever forget”.
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News
Primark invests in Oxford Street store with Greggs cafe and vintage offer
Primark has opened two new elements in its Oxford Street East store as it places its bets on the shopping destination’s future.
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Analysis
Analysis: Why aren't Depop and Vinted riding fashion's resale wave?
As more fashion retailers jump on the bandwagon and launch their own second-hand apps, there’s no doubt that resale is in fashion – so why don’t the financials match up?
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Retail Voice
How retailers can stand out for what they stand for
Brands should focus on inspiring and not interrupting, says Pinterest’s Tim Woollias, who takes a look at three retailers who have used inspiration to boost sales
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Analysis
Analysis: How 16 global retail markets are responding to crisis
Nineteen senior leaders from organisations including Falabella, Tendam, Woolworths South Africa, Al Tayer, and the BRC have contributed to Resilient Retailing; the latest international report from Retail Week and World Retail Congress (RWRC)
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News
Made.com suspends new orders as it teeters on brink after sale talks collapse
Made.com is teetering on the brink of administration after several potential suitors pulled out of rescue bids for the business.
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News
Three in four consumers to pare back spending as housing costs soar
Three quarters of consumers are set to cut their discretionary spending this winter to combat soaring costs associated with housing.
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News
Very profits rise as cost reductions offset falling sales
The Very Group has posted a rise in full-year profitability despite falling sales, as the etailer hailed the impact of “diligent cost management” in a “challenging market”.
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News
THG sales rise driven by growth in beauty and nutrition
THG revenues have risen year on year driven by strong performances in the beauty and nutrition categories, while its full-year profit guidance remains unchanged.
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Interview
Interview: How Crew Clothing’s boss is building 'Ralph Lauren of middle England'
“I want Crew Clothing to become the Ralph Lauren of middle England.” It is a bold and ambitious statement from Crew’s chief executive David Butler, who has led the business since 2017 and has grand designs to grow it into the “most successful mid-market player” in UK fashion.
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Report Store
The Tech List
The Tech List is an essential read for retailers and brands looking for insights on the hottest digital trends, who to partner with and where to prioritise investment.
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Analysis
DIY metaverse worlds to virtual fittings: Four incredible innovations celebrated in The Tech List
Retail Week’s index of the 50 digital leaders driving retail innovation publishes today, shining a light on individuals powering game-changing technologies alongside those investing to improve business operations. Here are some of the next-level advancements celebrated
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Analysis
The Tech List in numbers – more global leaders and women celebrated
Retail Week’s definitive index of the 50 global digital leaders driving retail innovation has landed. The Tech List recognises the work of individuals heading up tech transformation across stores, supply chain, personalisation, social commerce, sustainability and more
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Analysis
The Tech List: 50 digital leaders driving retail innovation
Retail Week’s definitive index of the most influential leaders in digital commerce publishes today. The Tech List is a celebration of the people progressing innovation worldwide
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News
Mike Ashley's Frasers Group builds 5% stake in Asos
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has built up a shareholding of more than 5% in online fashion operator Asos.
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News
Matalan poised to fall into hands of lenders
Matalan’s lenders are preparing to take control of the business following the deadline for rescue bids last Friday.
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News
Morrisons kicks off supermarket sale and leaseback plans
Morrisons has kick-started plans to sell off some of its supermarkets in a bid to raise cash during difficult economic conditions.