All articles by Grace Bowden – Page 75
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NewsZalando launches tech-fuelled fulfilment service
Zalando has rolled out a supply chain service for retailers selling through its website that will employ its algorithms to predict demand.
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NewsDFS issues profit warning as consumer uncertainty bites
DFS has said its full-year profits will be below market expectations as uncertainty triggered by the general election has hurt sales.
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NewsInditex profits and sales surge in its first quarter
Zara owner Inditex has posted a leap in first-quarter profits driven by soaring sales as the fast-fashion giant eyes international online expansion.
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NewsMajestic swings to pre-tax loss despite sales rise
Majestic Wine reported a full-year pre-tax loss, which boss Rowan Gormley attributed to the “most risky and cost intensive” phase of the retailer’s transformation plan.
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NewsDune harnesses Instagram to drive online sales
Dune has boosted its online sales by deploying user-generated content on its product pages.
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VideoPower List: Who are the ones to watch?
The Retail Week team outline who they think will have the biggest impact on the retail industry in the year to come.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What does election result mean for retail?
Theresa May’s decision to call a snap general election backfired as the Conservative Party lost its majority, plunging the UK into further political uncertainty.
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AnalysisRetail chiefs: 'Worst election result we could have'
After the snap election resulted in a hung parliament, Retail Week spoke to retail executives to gauge reaction across the industry.
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NewsToday in retail: Election sparks retail uncertainty
Retail bosses were shaken by today’s General Election result as Labour’s surge spelled further ambiguity for the sector and beyond.
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AnalysisProfile: Go Outdoors’ new boss Claire Webb
Just a month after JD Sports formerly took over Go Outdoors, a new chief executive has been appointed.
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NewsSteinhoff profits jump as Poundland sales climb
Steinhoff delivered a leap in profits and sales at the half-year mark, although its recent clutch of acquisitions dented margins.
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NewsBody Shop price tag hurt by 'poor profit expectations'
Body Shop’s parent company L’Oreal hopes to sell it for €800m but is reportedly forecasting a slump in the ethical retailer’s upcoming profits.
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NewsSports Direct ups stakes in US sportswear businesses
Sports Direct has increased its investments in Umbro-owned Iconix Brand Group and doubled its stake in retailer Finish Line.
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NewsToday in retail: Tesco – mutiny or storm in a teacup?
Tesco boss Dave Lewis has come under fire today – but not for reasons relating to his work at the helm of the grocer.
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NewsGo Outdoors chief executive Chris Matthews steps down
Go Outdoors boss Chris Matthews has resigned after four years at the helm, just weeks after its acquisition by JD Sports was approved.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Six reasons why B&M is going like a train
B&M’s stellar full-year results have left many of its rivals in the shade, but how did the retailer build its momentum?
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NewsMountain Warehouse profits ascend as expansion beckons
Mountain Warehouse earnings soared last year as its chief executive Mark Neale hailed the “massive benefits” of its international stores and looked to future expansion.
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NewsBlue Diamond profits bloom as store estate grows
Blue Diamond posted a leap in its full-year profits and like-for-like sales as it continues to expand its bricks-and-mortar footprint.
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VideoThe Retail Week: M&S, B&M and shopfloor to top floor
The Retail Week team have a fiery debate over M&S’ full-years and look at why B&M is finding success.
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NewsHalfords profits fall despite full-year sales rise
Halfords has reported rising full-year sales but falling profits in its last year under chief executive Jill McDonald.