All articles by Becky Waller-Davies – Page 29
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NewsJohn Lewis accused of plagiarism over Christmas ad
An author and former children’s laureate has suggested that John Lewis may have copied his work for its Moz the Monster Christmas advert.
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NewsHarrods financial chief John Edgar exits business
Harrods chief financial officer John Edgar has exited the luxury department store chain after five years.
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NewsRetail sales in first year-on-year fall since 2013
October’s retail sales fell for the first time since 2013 on a year-on-year basis, according to the Office for National Statistics.
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NewsFarfetch losses widen despite soaring sales
Farfetch’s losses have increased in its last financial year amid the business gearing up to prepare for a float.
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AnalysisRetail Week Live: Steve Rowe's new vision for M&S
One of the keynote speakers at Retail Week Live 2018, Steve Rowe and his chairman Archie Norman set out their vision for M&S last week.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales tumble despite beauty boost
John Lewis’ revenues dropped last week despite excellent beauty sales as falling fashion and home sales hit the retailer.
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Future LeadersBe Inspired: Five ways women can get to the top
Retail Week’s biggest-ever Be Inspired conference took place yesterday, with the sold-out event featuring keynote sessions by retail leaders as well as skill-based masterclasses.
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NewsIkea sales grow as it hits 30-year UK anniversary
Ikea’s UK sales rose as the Swedish furniture and homewares retailer marked 30 years in Britain.
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NewsYoox Net-a-Porter axes Net Set social networking app
Yoox Net-a-Porter has axed its Net Set social network and influencer app, which it launched with great fanfare just two years ago, it has emerged.
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NewsDebenhams hires new womenswear director
Debenhams has recruited a new womenswear director, poaching Sara Bradley from BHS International where she was consultant brand director.
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AnalysisJohn Lewis vs M&S: Who wins the Christmas ad war?
John Lewis and Marks & Spencer both released their Christmas adverts this week, both out to charm shoppers into opening their purses.
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NewsWatch: John Lewis unveils 2017 Christmas advert
John Lewis has unveiled its 2017 Christmas advert, directed by Michel Gondry and featuring British band Elbow.
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VideoThe Retail Week: M&S, Sainsbury's and retail sales
The Retail Week team discuss the biggest stories from the week, including M&S and Sainsbury’s interim results and October’s retail sales figures.
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NewsSuperdry sales up but soaring wholesale hits margins
Superdry’s sales shot up in its half year, boosted by a stellar performance in its wholesale division.
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NewsHalfords profits down despite strong retail performance
Halfords profits dipped at the half-year mark despite a strong performance in its retail services division.
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NewsBurberry profits rise as it reveals new strategy
Burberry’s profits and sales have risen, with the luxury group setting out a transformation plan for its future growth.
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NewsDixons and Sainsbury’s pledge support to Be Inspired
Dixons Carphone and Sainsbury’s have pledged to support Retail Week’s Be Inspired campaign, with both businesses signing up as retail partners.
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AnalysisHow will McGeorge turn New Look around (again)?
Alistair McGeorge is trying to turn New Look’s fortunes around for the second time in under a decade.
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NewsHobbs bought by Phase Eight and Whistles owner Foschini
Phase Eight and Whistles owner The Foschini Group (TFG) has acquired upmarket womenswear retailer Hobbs for an undisclosed sum.
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VideoWatch: M&S unveils Paddington Christmas advert
Marks & Spencer has capitalised on the hype around one of the most anticipated films of the festive season, producing a Christmas campaign featuring Paddington.