All articles by George MacDonald – Page 44
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VideoRetail Question Time: Mike Coupe and Maria Hollins on navigating unprecedented times
The cost-of-living crunch, spiralling business costs and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine have created uncertainty and a scale of challenge never experienced by retailers in living memory.
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NewsRetail sales rise in February but online share falls back
Retail sales rose year on year in February but online continued on a downward trend as pandemic conditions eased, official data has shown.
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NewsWickes’ profits surge in ‘year of excellent growth’
Home improvement retailer Wickes has reported rocketing full-year sales and profits and said it is well positioned for further growth.
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AnalysisNext boss Wolfson on store resurgence, return of pre-pandemic habits and cost of living
Fashion and home giant Next has trimmed profit expectations but – to the surprise of some – delivered better than expected trading performance at its UK stores business.
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Opinion'From the pandemic into war – long-term disruption looks like retail’s new normal'
The Keynote: From the pandemic into war – long-term disruption looks like retail’s new normal
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NewsClarks appoints new chief executive as it ‘looks forward to new phase’
Footwear specialist Clarks has named Jonathan Ram as chief executive as it seeks to rekindle success.
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NewsZara owner Inditex posts sales and profits surge
Inditex, owner of businesses including Zara, has reported rocketing annual sales and profits.
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NewsCurrys raises staff pay as cost of living climbs dramatically
Electricals giant Currys has increased its hourly pay to a minimum of £10.
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Opinion‘As Rowe hands over at M&S, at last it has permanent foundations for success’
As chief executive Steve Rowe prepares to leave the business, Marks & Spencer might finally be emerging from turnaround mode, writes George MacDonald.
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AnalysisThe bonus is back – but is John Lewis back on form, too?
With profits at John Lewis’ department stores on the up and partners in line for a bonus again, just how bright is the future for JLP?
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NewsCost of living to climb again as more sanctions imposed on Russia
Cuts to imports of Russian oil and gas by Western countries in protest against the invasion of Ukraine will put further pressure on consumer finances.
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NewsD2C butcher Farmison eyes growth as investor snaps up stake
Online butcher Farmison & Co intends to accelerate growth after investor Inverleith acquired a majority stake in the business.
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NewsExclusive: M&S makes strategic investment in activewear platform The Sports Edit
Marks & Spencer has bought into activewear platform The Sports Edit as it builds its digital operations and strengthens its presence in the fast-growing category.
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Opinion‘Make no mistake – Amazon still has big ambitions in bricks and mortar’
Amazon might be calling time on its bookshops and 4-star stores, but rivals should not be fooled – the etail titan remains hell-bent on making its mark in bricks-and-mortar retail, warns George MacDonald.
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NewsAmazon launches first ‘sustainable’ own-brand range
Amazon has launched an own-label range across several categories entirely comprising “consciously created” products certified to meet sustainability criteria.
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NewsAsos suspends business with Russia following Ukraine invasion
Online fashion giant Asos has suspended sales to Russia in the wake of outrage over the invasion of Ukraine.
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NewsMarks & Spencer launches Sparks promotional extravaganza to boost app take-up
Marks & Spencer is to stage a two-week spectacular of “daily personalised offers, giveaways and discounts” designed to drive customer adoption of its app.
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Opinion‘John Lewis may have ditched Never Knowingly Undersold but it must keep service promise’
How many John Lewis customers took advantage of its Never Knowingly Undersold price promise last year?
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NewsMcColl’s hopes for cash or buyer as profits come under pressure
Convenience store group McColl’s maintained it is optimistic about finding a “financing solution” to its problems following speculation that it was battling to stave off administration.
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NewsPrimark sales rocket as lockdown fades into past
Sales at value fashion giant Primark surged 60% year on year in its first half – when stores remained open, in contrast to Covid closures the previous year.