All articles by George MacDonald – Page 205
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AnalysisCan workers provide a big break for WHSmith?
The retailer - more used to operating in railway stations - believes the workplace could prove to be an untapped source of growth. George MacDonald examines the venture’s potential
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OpinionToo soon to see Best Buy’s impact
Aside from Next, the big update next week will come from Carphone Warehouse which posts interim results on Friday.
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NewsComet launches loyalty scheme in fierce electricals battleground
Comet has launched its first loyalty scheme as electricals groups slug it out in fiercely competitive conditions.
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NewsSales at Westfield London leap 31%
Sales at Westfield London, which celebrates its second anniversary this weekend, surged 31% in the most recent quarter and jumped 26% like-for-like.
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NewsWalmart reconsiders terms of Massmart deal
Walmart may modify its offer to acquire South African retailer Massmart, meaning the Johannesburg company could retain a listing.
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NewsEnd of an era as Dunnhumby founders step down
The husband and wife founders of Dunnhumby, the data and marketing company fundamental to the success of Tesco’s Clubcard, are to step down.
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NewsAsda breaks with tradition with Christmas loyalty scheme launch
Food and general merchandise group Asda has launched a Christmas customer loyalty initiative as big retailers make an early play for seasonal spend.
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NewsMixed sales performance from Flying Brands
Home shopping group Flying Brands has revealed mixed trading at its main businesses and acquired 50% of online promotions business Dealtastic.
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NewsPark Group expands into eurozone
Christmas hampers and vouchers specialist Park Group is expanding internationally.
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NewsTesco launches home repair service
Grocery giant Tesco is piloting a handyman services scheme in Swindon and may replicate it nationwide if successful.
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NewsJohn Lewis weekly sales rise 7.2%
Sales at John Lewis department stores rose 7.2% to £58.5m last week, when all main categories delivered a similar performance.
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OpinionWhat’s best for Blacks?
It’s easy to forget but, as privately owned specialists bid for pre-eminence in the outdoor goods market, a public company holds the commanding heights.
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AnalysisBen Gordon
Not only has the Mothercare boss given the maternity retailer a clear vision, he has turned it into an international force to be reckoned with
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NewsArgos poised for return to the clothing market
Retailer attempts to poach staff from online specialists ahead of fashion comeback.
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NewsAnalysts warn bids for Blacks will reflect tough trading spell
Bids for outdoor goods specialist Blacks Leisure are unlikely to match the level offered by rival Sports Direct earlier this year, analysts fear.
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NewsBlacks’ shares perk up after bid approaches
Outdoor goods specialist Blacks was at the centre of the week’s retail share price action after revealing approaches from potential buyers.
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NewsTycoon Jagtiani amasses $1bn fund for raid on UK fashion retail
Dubai retail tycoon Micky Jagtiani has amassed a $1bn (£628.2m) fund for acquisitions next year and is again eyeing UK fashion retailers.
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NewsArgos suffers profits fall
Argos and Homebase owner Home Retail Group has posted a plunge in interim profits.
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NewsSuits You owner considers sale or closure
The owners of SRG, the company behind 66-store menswear chain Suits You, are understood to have begun a strategic review of the business, which could lead to its sale, closure or administration.
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NewsNo charges to be brought against JJB Sports and Sports Direct, SFO concludes
The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) will confirm imminently that its investigation into Sports Direct and JJB Sports is over and no charges will be brought against the companies, the retailers revealed in regulatory announcements this morning.