All Retail Week articles in October 30 2015 – Page 2
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NewsMarks & Spencer suspends website after customers see other people's details
Marks & Spencer was forced to suspend its website yesterday after complaints from customers that they could see other people’s contact details when they logged into the site.
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NewsBrantano and Jones Bootmaker sold to Alteri for £12m
Brantano and Jones Bootmaker have been sold to Alteri Investors for €17m (£12m) by Dutch parent company Macintosh.
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NewsNext third-quarter sales rise: What the analysts say
Next edged up its full-year profit guidance after third quarter like-for-likes increased 6%. This is what the analysts had to say.
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InterviewInterview: Wiggle's boss on how it's staying ahead in sports etailing
Stefan Barden talks to Retail Week about Wiggle’s impressive sales growth, how it stays ahead of the competition and his views on bricks and mortar retail.
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NewsOxford Street retailers join forces to launch 'first' chip and PIN gift card
Retailers in London’s Oxford Street have joined forces to launch a new-look chip and PIN gift card ahead of the Christmas trading period.
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NewsGear4music revenues surge 43% as it records maiden interim results
Musical instruments retailer Gear4music has reported a 43% surge in first-half revenues in its maiden results since floating.
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AnalysisInfographic: Halloween set to raise £460m for retailers this year
Retailers are expected to profit from £460m worth of Halloween-related sales this year, according to forecasts from Conlumino.
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NewsWalgreens Boots Alliance agrees to acquire rival Rite Aid for £11.2bn
Walgreens Boots Alliance has agreed a deal to acquire US pharmacy rival Rite Aid in an all-cash deal worth $17.2bn (£11.2bn).
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AnalysisAnalysis: How Alteri can put a spring in Brantano and Jones Bootmaker's step
Footwear retailers Brantano and Jones Bootmaker are set for a new lease of life after being taken over by new owner Alteri Investments.
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AnalysisThe big four up the ante on their Halloween retail offer
Supermarkets are the go-to stores for shoppers in search of Halloween treats and costumes. What have they got on offer this year?
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AnalysisAnalysis: How does F&F fit in with Tesco's Arcadia tie-up?
Tesco’s decision to bring fashion retailers under its roof has raised a few eyebrows, considering the success of its own F&F clothing brand.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Mothercare Ireland and Pep&Co
Retail news round-up on October 29, 2015: Mothercare Ireland exits examinership and Pep&Co eyes 10 Northern Ireland stores.
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InterviewSports Direct boss Forsey vows to tackle retailer's tarnished reputation
In a Retail Week video exclusive Sports Direct boss Dave Forsey talks about the need for it to do a better PR job and its future strategy.
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NewsChristmas retail sales expected to jump 2.5% to £42bn, Mintel finds
UK retail sales are projected to increase 2.5% year on year in December to £42bn, according to market research firm Mintel
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GalleryStore gallery: Brisbane showcases the best of Australia’s rising retail offer
Previously considered a poor relation to the UK, Australia’s retail proposition has a lot to offer and its international influence is growing.
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GalleryStore of the week: Muji perks up its offer with Café&Meal in Singapore
Japanese retailer Muji has expanded its proposition with the launch of the minimalistic Café&Meal coffee shop in Singapore.
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NewsWoolworths warns first-half profits could fall up to 35%
Australian grocer Woolworths has issued its third profit warning of the year as its feels the pressures from rivals Coles and Aldi.
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NewsMothercare Ireland exits examinership but plans store closures
Mothercare Ireland has revealed it has successfully exited examinership but plans to close three stores in the country.
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OpinionNew names on the high street prove the industry’s vibrancy
Retail Week’s new website recently broke the news that Andy Bond aims to open a new retailer, which shows competition is alive and well.
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AnalysisExclusive extract: How Marks & Spencer’s values set it apart
Marks & Spencer came from humble beginnings and in this extract from his new book, Timpson chairman John Timpson looks at what set it apart.