All Home & DIY articles – Page 182
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NewsDobbies profits increase amid tough conditions
Tesco-owned Dobbies Garden Centres recorded a 22% uplift in sales last year while profits rose 6%.
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NewsMatalan launches online show with ITV
Matalan has embarked on a marketing drive with a new weekly TV show.
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NewsBathstore to focus on omnichannel to grow share
Bathstore chief executive Gary Favell is aiming to transform the big ticket retailer into an omnichannel business as it aims to grow market share.
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NewsOlympics boosts John Lewis sales 14.9%
Department store John Lewis sales surged 14.9% to £60.8m last week as Olympic fever once again boosted sales.
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Ikea plans move into hotels and student accommodation
Ikea plans to construct budget hotels and student accommodation in university cities across western Europe.LandProp Holding, the Ikea real estate development arm behind the London Strand East project, will develop accommodation under the brand Ulito.Harald Müller, managing director of LandProp and business development manager of Inter Ikea, said the developments ...
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NewsFurniture retailer Jysk to step up UK expansion
Danish furniture retailer Jysk is to open three new stores in the UK, ahead of a “significant roll out”.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales rocket 22% as Olympic feel-good factor kicks in
John Lewis sales growth has rebounded as the Olympic feel-good factor, milder weather and new ranges boosted takings.
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Lowe’s aims to acquire Canadian competitor
Home improvement retailer Lowe’s aims to acquire Canadian competitor Rona for C$1.8bn (£1.15bn).Rona has already publicly rejected the offer stating that “it is not in the best interest of the company and its stakeholders” and that it would prefer to remain focused on executing its business plan.Rona is implementing its ...
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AnalysisAnalysis: How the B&Q youth board transformed the retailer's thinking
The B&Q youth board is challenging the DIY giant to think again.
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AnalysisRetail Week on the Road: Midlands
We visit Birmingham, Wolverhampton, West Bromwich, Nottingham and Leicester.
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NewsRetailers rise from the ashes of last year’s riots
One year on from the riots retailers remain engaged with local communities.
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InterviewQ&A: House of Reeves co-owner Trevor Reeves
When riots blighted the UK last year one of the most harrowing images was the torched 150-year old House of Reeves furniture store in Croydon. Retail Week speaks to co-owner Trevor Reeves one year on.
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OpinionComment: Ikea’s augmented reality catalogue is a step in the right direction
Ikea has taken steps to improve its widely distributed homewares catalogue by including augmented reality.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: DFS, Making every day more comfortable
Sofa retailer DFS has continued its march down the emotional road after its first foray away from price-led advertising earlier this year.
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NewsCath Kidston, Lego and Armani Exchange to open at Meadowhall
Sheffield shopping centre Meadowhall has signed Cath Kidston, Lego and Armani Exchange.
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NewsWest End retailers launch emergency campaign to lure back shoppers during Olympics
Retailers in London’s West End are preparing an emergency “six-figure” advertising campaign to try to lure shoppers back during the Olympics.
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NewsCastorama’s Christian Mazauric to take on B&Q finance director role
B&Q has hired a new finance director as James Skelton moves to a group role.
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OpinionComment: Reducing store portfolio may challenge retailers
Many retailers have recognised the power of ecommerce to drive sales and offer a compelling and convenient way for their customers to shop.
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NewsRobert Dyas returns to sales growth
Homewares and hardware chain Robert Dyas, acquired by retail entrepreneur Theo Paphitis last month, has revealed a rise in sales but a fall in profits in its full year.
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NewsFlying Brands closes plant growing business as it "considers strategic options"
Flying Brands closed its growing and live despatch business yesterday following the sales of its Gardening Direct retail arm last month.