Asia – Page 19
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Learning from Tesco how not to fail abroad
Tesco and Walmart were unable to translate their successful business models abroad. Retail Week examines the lessons from their failures.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Is there any such thing as a global consumer?
As more retailers expand internationally, Retail Week investigates whether a global retail consumer exists - or if each country needs a different approach.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Alibaba’s IPO indicates etailer’s future plans
Chinese etailer Alibaba’s IPO is underway and the online retailer has made the largest ever debut on the New York Stock Exchange.
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NewsJack Wills poised to expand Asia business as EBITDA grows
Preppy fashion retailer Jack Wills unveiled plans to expand in the Far East as it revealed sales and EBITDA growth in its full year to February 2.
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NewsFrench Connection to launch Dutch and German stores as it eyes growth
French Connection is now looking to international expansion with launches in Germany and Holland planned as its turnaround plan gathers pace.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What are the challenges of overseas expansion for UK retailers?
UK retailers are being lured by the riches on offer in international markets, but overseas expansion is fraught with danger.
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NewsLaura Ashley to launch in China and India within 12 months
Laura Ashley aims to launch in China and India within 12 months as it builds on strong organic growth in its international markets.
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NewsHouse of Fraser's new owners outline global ambitions as £480m deal goes through
House of Fraser’s new owners have outlined ambitions to build the business internationally as its sale to Chinese firm Nanjing Cenbest formally went through.
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NewsKaren Millen signs Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner for autumn campaign
Karen Millen has signed up Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner as the star of its autumn campaign as it celebrates London’s style and creativity.
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All Saints makes Asian debut with South Korean concession
All Saints has launched in Asia with the opening of a concession in department store Shinsegae Centum in Seoul, South Korea.
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OpinionComment: UK ecommerce must constantly innovate to keep up with shoppers
The UK has been a pioneer in digital retail since the early days, but retailers must continue adapting to the demands of the consumer to survive.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Four big growth opportunities for New Look
The New Look ship has been stabilised and, as today’s stellar first-quarter results show, it is now primed for growth. Retail Week looks at its big opportunities.
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OpinionComment: How mass-market retailers can tap into the ‘Ramadan rush’
The UK’s mass-market retailers have sometimes been unsure of how best to attract greater numbers of international shoppers to their stores.
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NewsAmazon's Doug Gurr appointed country manager of its Chinese business
Amazon UK vice president Doug Gurr has been promoted to country manager for the online giant’s Chinese business.
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NewsCath Kidston international sales poised to outstrip UK
The British retailer predicts its overseas sales will overtake the UK this year as it prepares to open more stores in Asia and the Middle East.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Lakeland at 50 - from agricultural past to international future
Over 50 years Lakeland has grown from an agricultural business into an international retailer and is preparing for its next phase of growth.
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OpinionBlog: Putting in place first class international customer experiences
Having a successful multi-cultural customer experience management programme can set retailers on the road to international business success.
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NewsNew Look eyes more UK space and accelerates overseas expansion
New Look boss Anders Kristiansen is looking to add to its UK store estate as he eyes entry into Russia and Germany.
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NewsChina retail spend to increase 90% by 2018, report forecasts
China is set for a 90% surge in retail spending in the next three years as a burgeoning urban middle class boosts the country’s growing economy.
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NewsNew Look underlying profits rise as it looks to offload French business
New Look underlying operating profit rose 11.3% to £128.5m as it revealed it is exploring strategic options for its loss-making French business Mim.