All articles by Becky Waller-Davies – Page 17
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NewsMore job losses after Jacques Vert fails to find buyer
Jacques Vert concessions will shut after administrators failed to find a buyer.
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AnalysisProfile: From the FA to ITV, Asos chairman Adam Crozier
New Asos chairman Adam Crozier first shot to fame when he became chief executive of the Football Association at just 36.
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NewsTesco and Carrefour set to enter strategic alliance
Tesco and Carrefour are preparing to create a global strategic alliance in a bid to offer “even lower prices” to customers.
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VideoThe Retail Week: What to make of JLP’s zero profit shocker
John Lewis Partnership warned this week that its profits for the first half of the year will be “close to zero”, while outlining its new vision. We discuss what it means for JLP and the retail industry as a whole.
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NewsFashion market value could drop £350m over next year
The value of the UK fashion market could fall by £350m over the next 12 months as shoppers limit their spending sprees.
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NewsWickes hiring 900 staff in bid to poach B&Q expertise
Wickes is hiring 900 new staff in a bid to capitalise on B&Q’s decision to scrap its kitchen and bathroom fitting services.
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NewsBonmarché to cut 140 store assistant roles
Bonmarché is making around 140 store assistant roles redundant in a bid to cut costs and weather the market downturn, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis sets out vision as profits shrink
John Lewis has revealed its strategy for the coming years and admitted its first-half profits will be “close to zero”.
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NewsCarpetright swings to massive full-year loss as sales fall
Carpetright swung to a loss amid falling sales last year as the struggling business launched a CVA.
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NewsExclusive: John Lewis rebrand to put partners centre stage
John Lewis Partnership is to unveil a major rebrand as it bids to emphasise its unique status, Retail Week understands.
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NewsHouse of Fraser creditors vote through CVA
House of Fraser’s company voluntary arrangement has been passed by its creditors, paving the way for the closure of half of its estate.
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DataData: Sainsbury's-Asda merger – the consumer verdict
Asda and Sainsbury’s management received a grilling from MPs during a parliamentary committee, but consumers are unfazed by the mega-merger, new research suggests.
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VideoWas MPs' Sainsbury's-Asda grilling style over substance?
Asda chief Roger Burnley and Sainsbury’s boss Mike Coupe have been grilled by MPs on their proposed merger. This week, we discuss whether the inquisition was all theatre or will actually make an impact.
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NewsM&S and Microsoft strike 'game changer' tech deal
Marks & Spencer is teaming up with Microsoft on a strategic initiative designed to transform the retail experience through AI, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsMoonpig hires Finery co-founder as managing director
Greetings etailer Moonpig has appointed Finery co-founder Nickyl Raithatha as its managing director to succeed current boss James Sturrock.
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AnalysisIn quotes: Sainsbury's-Asda merger - from Mickey Mouse to cut throats
Asda chief executive Roger Burnley and Sainsbury’s boss Mike Coupe were hauled in front of the Commons environment, food and rural affairs committee on Wednesday morning.
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NewsHouse of Fraser lenders grant extension on loans
House of Fraser’s lenders have agreed to extend its loans, giving it more time to get its restructuring proposals in order.
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AnalysisWhat the latest profit warning means for Debenhams
Debenhams issued its third profit warning in six months yesterday following poor trading over its third quarter.
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NewsFootasylum sales jump in first year as listed company
Footasylum sales have jumped in its first full year as a listed business, following its admission to AIM.
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NewsBonmarché profits jump despite sales dip
Bonmarché’s full-year profits have jumped under new boss Helen Connolly despite falling like-for-likes.