All Entertainment articles – Page 34
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GalleryStore gallery: Pêle-Mêle bucks the trend in beleaguered bookshop market
Pêle-Mêle has managed to create an atmosphere where customers feel content to while away an hour or two before actually making a purchase.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Amazon has become the flag-bearer in fulfilment
Thanks to the Japanese principle of Kaizen, etail giant Amazon sets the bar in delivery at its Hemel Hempstead fulfilment centre.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on WHSmith, Tesco, eBay and more
Retail news round-up on April 11, 2014: WH Smith to operate franchise stores for other retailers, Tesco plans 80-stores food chain, Investor Carl Icahn scraps call to spin-off PayPal and more
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NewsWHSmith first half profits rise as cost-cutting continues
WHSmith pre-tax profit rose 3% to £69m despite like-for-like sales falling 4% in its first half as cost saving continues at the business.
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GalleryIn pictures: Waterstones installs edible Charlie and the Chocolate Factory window display
Waterstones has installed a Charlie and the Chocolate Factory chocolate biscuit window display at its flagship Piccadilly store.
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NewsShop price deflation lowest since 2006 as retailers keep their offer sharp
Shop price inflation deflated for the eleventh consecutive month in March, dropping 1.7%, as retailers kept their prices sharp amid stiff competition.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The top 10 fastest-growing retailers in the UK, 2014
The second annual Zolfo Cooper Growth Retailer Report, produced in association with Retail Week, highlights the businesses that have excelled in increasing profits in the UK.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Ultimo and WHSmith Ireland
Retail news round-up on April 2, 2014: Ultimo inks deal with House of Fraser; WHSmith’s Irish bookstores see profits jump.
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NewsThe Entertainer posts record profit in 'momentous' year
The Entertainer has posted record full year sales and profits as the toy retailer pushes ahead with plans to expand in the UK and overseas.
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InterviewInterview: Waterstones boss James Daunt turns over a new leaf
Since he was brought in to rescue Waterstones by its owner in 2011, James Daunt has made some tough decisions. So what’s the story behind his novel approach? By Nicola Harrison.
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NewsRetail like-for-likes fall 1% in February after bumper January
Retail like-for-likes dropped 1% in February after a bumper January when they rose 3.9%.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on February retail sales, eBay and HMV
Retail news round-up on March 11, 2014: Retail sales down 1% in February as food price inflation slows, EBay boss John Donahoe’s total compensation cut by more than half, HMV to ditch pre-owned game sales
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Poundland, Tesco, Morrisons, Amazon and Sainsbury's
Retail news round-up on March 10, 2014: Poundland to float with £750m valuation, Tesco finance boss McIlwee set to exit, Morrisons to sell off property, Amazon to develop computer games and Sainsbury’s staff take home £8m windfall.
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NewsShop prices in February deflate to deepest level for eight years
Shop prices fell in February for the tenth consecutive month, declining at their steepest rate for eight years.
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NewsAmazon faces protest at London offices over living wage concerns
Online giant Amazon is facing a protest at its London office today over accusations of mistreatment of workers and tax avoidance.
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NewsConsumer confidence holds steady in February after January's surge
Consumer confidence remained flat in February after surging six points in January, according to the GfK UK Consumer Confidence Index.
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NewsOpCapita boss Henry Jackson steps down from Game role
Controversial OpCapita boss Henry Jackson, is stepping down from Capitex Holdings, the firm that controls Game, ahead of its potential IPO.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Pets at Home, Game, consumers confidence and New Look
Retail news round-up on February 28, 2014: Pets at Home valued at up to £1.3bn as it sets float price range, OpCapita boss Henry Jackson steps down from Game, Consumer confidence remains high and New Look hires new digital boss.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Primark, Eason and Supervalu
Retail news round-up on February 26, 2014: No spin-off plans for Primark, sales fall at bookseller Eason and Supervalu invests in stores
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AnalysisAnalysis: Reaction to the Game ruling from retail, property, insolvency and legal communities
Today’s decision that Game must pay back £3m in unpaid rent accrued during its administration period has been met with a positive reaction from most quarters.