All articles by Grace Bowden – Page 88
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NewsJohn Lewis ploughs invesment into JLab finalist start-ups
John Lewis has awarded £200,000 of investment across three start-ups from its third accelerator programme.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Paula Nickolds' to-do list at John Lewis
As Paula Nickolds prepares to take the reins as the first female boss of John Lewis, Retail Week takes a look at her to-do list.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales rise bolstered by fashion and tech
John Lewis recorded increased sales last week as womenswear and mobile phones drove strong performance across fashion and electricals.
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NewsChristmas sales rise expected to be sluggish
Christmas sales are expected to rise marginally this year as grocery and health and beauty items drive purchases.
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NewsMaplin chief technology officer Neil McGowan exits
Maplin technology boss Neil McGowan has left the retailer just 15 months after being appointed to the role.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How AI tackles retail’s ‘unsolvable problems’
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology may sound like science-fiction novel fodder, but it’s fast becoming an increasingly attractive investment to retailers.
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AnalysisAsda and Boots cast their spells on Halloween shoppers
Halloween is approaching and retailers are looking for new and spooky ways to win consumer spend. Here’s a look at what they have on offer.
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NewsFrench Connection eyed by international buyers
French Connection is being considered by several overseas investors and private equity firms for a possible sale.
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NewsBHS owners unveil plans for overseas expansion
BHS owners have revealed that they are in the final stages of talks to expand the retailer’s international estate.
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NewsWatch: The Entertainer bags Brian Blessed for Christmas ad
The Entertainer has launched its first ever Christmas TV advert, enlisting the help of legendary actor Brian Blessed.
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NewsWalgreens Boots Alliance profits jump but UK sales dip
Walgreens Boots Alliance’s profits jumped in its fourth quarter, but falling UK sales impacted the performance of its international division.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Banana Republic, Asos and John Lewis
The team discuss Banana Republic’s UK departure and Asos’s soaring sales, and predict who is next in line for the top job at John Lewis.
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AnalysisListen: Birchbox boss on its bullish beginning
Listen to the Retail Week Live speaker and Birchbox chief executive and co-founder Katia Beauchamp on starting your own company.
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NewsYoox Net-a-Porter to open London tech hub
Yoox Net-a-Porter is opening a dedicated tech hub in London as part of plans to increase its technology team headcount.
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AnalysisRetail Week Live: Bodson, Spindler and McDonald profiled
Retail Week Live 2017 will give an insight into some of the biggest influencers in the industry – here’s a closer look at three unmissable speakers.
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NewsBurberry sales edge up, bolstered by luxury spend in UK
Burberry has recorded a marginal rise in its first-half sales, driven by tourist spend in the UK following the depreciation of the pound.
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NewsAsos full-year sales soar as US shoppers drive growth
Asos has reported a jump in sales across its UK and international markets as its active customer numbers and average order value rose.
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GalleryStore gallery: Apple’s revamped Regent Street flagship
Apple’s London flagship has opened its doors to the public for the first time in four months following an extensive refurbishment.
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VideoWatch: Hamleys reveals the top toy trends this Christmas
Hamleys showcased the trends that consumers will be tapping into this Christmas, as tech integration becomes top priority.
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NewsGoogle launches pop-up shop to drive retail sales
Google will open a standalone pop-up store in New York this month selling a variety of own-brand devices including VR headsets.