All Department stores articles – Page 4
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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership names new chief financial officer
The John Lewis Partnership has appointed a new chief financial officer.
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AnalysisVictoria Leeds shopping centre is on a journey of ‘transformation through accumulation’
As Victoria Leeds continues on its “transformation through accumulation strategy” in an attempt to be the go-to premium shopping destination of the North, Retail Week takes a tour of the destination to get some insight on its movers and shakers in the tenant mix, the newest additions and what to expect from the centre in 2025.
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NewsJohn Lewis extends home range and launches magazine to ‘reinforce unique position’
Department store business John Lewis is investing in its home range as it seeks to cement its position as a “lifestyle leader”.
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VideoWatch: M&S CEO Stuart Machin wins Retail Leader of the Year
Stuart Machin’s success at Marks & Spencer was recognised as he was named Salesforce Retail Leader of the Year at this year’s Retail Week Awards. M&S’ strong performance under Machin showed his impact on the business, where there have been improvements in every aspect.
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InterviewRetail Week Awards 2025: From the trolley park to the boardroom – Leader of the Year Stuart Machin
When Marks & Spencer chief executive Stuart Machin is being interviewed, it’s day 1,008 in the role.
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NewsMorleys takes over historic department store to create ‘exceptional shopping experience’
Department store group Morleys is to take over one of the sector’s most famous shops.
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NewsFenwick drafts in restructuring experts as it aims to cut costs
Department store chain Fenwick has called in restructuring experts as it aims to cut costs following several loss-making years.
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AnalysisJohn Lewis: Never Knowingly Undersold sales boost, investment up and Tarry’s first impressions
After a big increase in annual earnings, the mood music at John Lewis Partnership is upbeat as it presses on with a turnaround on the back of improved profitability, productivity and cash generation
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NewsJohn Lewis profits triple as it hails ‘progress’ of ongoing transformation
The John Lewis Partnership’s profits have tripled which it says is a ”significant testament” to its ongoing transformation strategy.
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DataThe history of John Lewis Partnership bonuses up to 2025
John Lewis and Waitrose staff have missed out on a bonus once again, despite the retail business seeing a 73% rise in profit before tax.
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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership unveils inflation-busting pay rise
The John Lewis Partnership is to significantly increase staff pay from next month.
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NewsMarks & Spencer unveils ‘biggest ever’ investment in staff pay
M&S said that since 2022 it has invested more than £285m in retail pay.
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NewsSelfridges has broadened its membership programme
Luxury department store Selfridges has unveiled a new feature of its membership programme.
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NewsJohn Lewis teams up with Rough Trade for vinyl records launch
John Lewis has partnered with record store Rough Trade to stock and sell vinyl records across its department stores and online.
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NewsM&S makes senior hires for international business reset
Marks & Spencer has made three senior appointments at its international division as it aims to put the overseas business on a growth trajectory, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis to introduce Harry Styles-backed brand
John Lewis is introducing a host of new brands for the spring/summer season, including one backed by singer Harry Styles.
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NewsPaul Smith has named an ex-Fortnum & Mason boss as new non-exec
British fashion and lifestyle retailer Paul Smith has named a former Fortnum & Mason chief executive as a non-executive director.
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NewsNet-a-Porter boss to join top team at John Lewis
The managing director of Net-a-Porter has been appointed to a senior role at department store business John Lewis, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJohn Lewis and Waitrose ‘missed sales targets’ in the run-up to Christmas
John Lewis Partnership is reported to have recorded lower sales and profits than expected in the lead-up to Christmas.
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GalleryIn pictures: How Fortnum & Mason turned building works into a retail opportunity
Undertaking building work in-store is often a headache for retailers, but landmark department store Fortnum & Mason turned it into an opportunity to wow shoppers.