All B&Q articles – Page 27
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OpinionComment: Reducing store portfolio may challenge retailers
Many retailers have recognised the power of ecommerce to drive sales and offer a compelling and convenient way for their customers to shop.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What's the best route to international markets?
As trading conditions in the UK remain tough, retailers are looking overseas for growth. We look at the potential and pitfalls of the various routes to international markets.
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NewsKingfisher like-for-likes flat as UK outshines France
DIY giant Kingfisher has reported flat group like-for-likes in its second quarter as the UK and Ireland outshone its French business.
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AnalysisChristmas in July: Looking ahead to the festive season
As retailers gear up to grab share of seasonal spend, Retail Week takes a look at the festive ranges on offer to excite shoppers.
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AnalysisConsumer insight: Gap in the over 60s retail market
The UK’s population is ageing, making the over-60s an increasingly important consumer market. Rebecca Thomson meets consumers from that generation to find out how they shop, what the industry needs to improve and which retailers are winning their custom.
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NewsOcado takes on specialists with dedicated websites
Pets, DIY and health and beauty to become new battlegrounds.
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NewsHomebase: Evolution of the shed format
Poor weather hit sales but the retailer continues to focus on store formats and big-ticket items.
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NewsB&Q launches energy saving services
B&Q is set to launch with a dedicated call centre, online service and advice in store as part of a new B&Q Energy Saving initiative.
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NewsB&Q reshuffles board to achieve more customer-focused business
DIY giant B&Q has strengthened its board with two new appointments including the permanent hire of former M&M Direct boss Steve Robinson, who joined the business on an interim basis this year.
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NewsWickes ploughs £10m into lowering prices
DIY retailer closes loyalty card scheme to invest in lower price strategy
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OpinionSale of Hammersmith Apollo puts HMV in a better place
An increasingly happy tune is being whistled at HMV which, to the surprise of some, looks better placed than it has done in years.
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NewsKingfisher directors earn £8m worth of shares
Directors at Kingfisher, the group that owns B&Q, received shares worth almost £8m last night as three bonus schemes paid out.
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InterviewQ&A: Kingfisher boss Ian Cheshire on wet weather, EDLP and multichannel
Kingfisher group chief executive Ian Cheshire speaks to Nicola Harrison as the retailer reveals a decline in sales and profits in its first quarter as it was hit by the wettest April in 100 years.
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Analysis
Kingfisher: What the analysts say
The City met the news that B&Q owner Kingfisher UK & Ireland’s retail profit slumped 9.8% to £75m in the first quarter with little surprise after poor weather hit sales
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NewsB&Q ploughs £69m into store and stock refresh
B&Q is investing £69m into bolstering its stock and in-store offering as it plans to launch three new major product range changes over the following months.
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OpinionTesco boss Clarke declines bonus
Tesco boss Philip Clarke set a good example to other company chiefs when he declined to take his bonus in the wake of the Christmas profit warning.
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AnalysisRetail theft: Who is targeting you?
Retail criminals can range from teenage shoplifters to sophisticated in-house fraudsters. Sarah Butler explores how retailers can protect themselves.
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AnalysisRetailers and landlords: Lease conflict time bomb
Retailers and landlords remain in disputes over pre-packs, downscaling, and now monthly rents. Meanwhile, a lease time bomb is ticking, warns Mark Faithfull. However, it could spell good news for retailers.
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NewsKingfisher appoints corporate responsibility director
Kingfisher has appointed Nick Folland to head up its corporate responsibility strategy.