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H&M moves closer to Indian debut
H&M is moving closer to its Indian debut.Having consulted the Indian government, the value fashion retail giant is likely to propose an initial investment of around INR700 crore (£85m) in the country. H&M said it would comply with the investment rules for single-brand retailing, including the mandatory 30% local sourcing, ...
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NewsPrimark 'deeply shocked' by fatal Bangladesh building collapse
Value fashion giant Primark has expressed horror and pledged action following the collapse of a building in Bangladesh that housed a supplier to the retailer.
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NewsPrimark plans store launches in France this year
Primark aims to open two stores in France by the end of this financial year as it seeks to build on its success on the Continent.
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NewsN Brown scales back catalogues as it benefits from online revolution
Home shopping group N Brown is scaling back catalogues as online sales soar.
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NewsApril retail sales flat against forecast growth
Sales volumes were flat in April, defying growth expectations for the month as Easter trade disappointed and bad weather impacted the performance.
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NewsAsos international boss Jon Kamaluddin to exit after nine years
Asos international director Jon Kamaluddin is to exit after nine years with the online retailer.
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NewsHackett to acquire prominent Ferrari store on Regent Street
Menswear brand Hackett is to acquire Ferrari’s prominent store on Regent Street.
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NewsSports Direct profits soar due to 'resilient business model'
Sports Direct retail gross profit soared 22.7% to £104.8m in the nine weeks to March 31 as its business model proved resilient, according to chief executive Dave Forsey.
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NewsOnline helps N Brown deliver strong full-year performance
N Brown pre-tax profit jumped 2.6% to £96.4m in its full year due to rising online sales and a “significantly” strengthened customer base.
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AnalysisVerdict Customer Satisfaction Survey winners
Verdict today revealed the winners of its Customer Satisfaction Survey, which ranked John Lewis the top retailer overall. Retail Week looks at who else came top.
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OpinionNick Bubb's Verdict: Primark - What is the secret of its success?
Expectations were high for today’s Primark interim profits from Associated British Foods (ABF) but they still beat them, with amazing 55% growth. How does Primark do it?
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NewsNew Look footwear buying director Malcolm Collins exits after 16 years
New Look’s group buying director for footwear and accessories Malcolm Collins has left the retailer after almost 16 years.
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NewsPrimark posts 7% rise in first-half like-for-likes as profits rise
Primark has reported a 7% rise in like-for-like sales in the first half while operating profits rose 55% to £238m from £154m in the same period last year.
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AnalysisSunday Times Rich list: The top 10 fashion retailers
Fashion retailers may have been hit hard by the prolonged winter but, as the Sunday Times Rich List shows, the sun is still shining on many of their fortunes. Retail Week takes a look at the top ten earners.
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OpinionComment: Kingfishing for success in Romania
Given the recent performance of British brands in Romania, one can be forgiven for doubting the decision last week by B&Q owner Kingfisher to enter the market following its acquisition of Bricostore.
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NewsGeorge at Asda to launch in Malta as part of overseas push
Asda fashion label George is to open its first store in Europe in Malta on Friday as part of the brand’s march overseas.
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NewsValue retailers climb into Rich List top 100 as Sir Philip Green's fortune increases
Retailers appeared prominently in the Sunday Times Rich List once again with Topshop tycoon Sir Philip Green’s wealth increasing and value retailers ranking in the top 100.
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NewsJohn Lewis online sales reach £1bn as revamped website unveiled
Department store John Lewis’ online sales have broken through the £1bn barrier as the retailer unveils a new £40m web platform.
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NewsRetail search volumes up 16% in first quarter
Total retail search volumes grew 16% in the first quarter of 2013 according to the BRC-Google Online Retail Monitor.
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OpinionComment: SuperGroup lives up to its name with ambitious plans for growth
SuperGroup, owner of the Superdry fashion brand, has just announced plans to support future growth with a new 500,000 square feet distribution centre as part of the company’s next major phase of development.