All articles by Hugh Radojev – Page 16
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NewsSpring statement brings no new pain for retail – but no relief either
While today’s spring statement did not have any more unexpected tax rises in-store for retail, it also did not deliver any relief for a sector still coming to terms with the October Budget.
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NewsMorrisons sales jump as grocer ramps up cost-cutting targets
Morrisons’ sales for the first quarter jumped, as the retailer increased its cost savings target by £300m to £1bn in the “medium term”.
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GalleryService and sustainability centre stage at first new Whole Foods UK store in over a decade
Whole Foods has today opened its first new UK store in over a decade, featuring full-service fish, meat and cheese counters, as well as food on-the-go offerings and a wellness and beauty department.
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NewsCo-op to launch ‘biggest ever value campaign’
C-store specialist Co-op has waded into the looming UK grocery price war, launching its first-ever Aldi price match as part of its “biggest ever value campaign” launch ever.
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NewsMorrisons puts hundreds of jobs at risk as part of strategic review
Morrisons has put over 300 jobs at risk as it makes changes and adjustments to its stores and operations.
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GalleryThe Range opens new superstore format featuring Homebase shop-in-shop
The Range has opened a new superstore format, featuring a ‘Kitchens by Homebase’ shop-in-shop for the first time.
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NewsConsumer confidence stabilises as Gen Z gears up to spend
Consumer confidence has stabilised in March following a record low in February, with younger shoppers, particularly Gen Z consumers, expected to spend more.
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NewsBoots customers can now earn Advantage Card points on Deliveroo and Uber Eats orders
Boots customers will now be able to earn Advantage Card points from purchases made through Deliveroo and Uber Eats apps.
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NewsCo-op and Uber Eats unveil new three-year delivery partnership
C-store specialist Co-op and Uber Eats have announced a new three-year partnership renewal, extending delivery collaboration through Uber Direct and Peckish.
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NewsTesco tops list of ‘most considered’ UK grocers while Aldi remains best rated for price
Tesco has topped the list of UK customers’ “most considered” supermarkets in the country, while discounter Aldi is the top rated for price, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsGovernment plans to raise business rates to cost ‘600 shops and 5,500 jobs’
The government’s plans to raise business rates for the largest retailers puts over 600 stores and over 5,000 jobs at risk.
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NewsForever 21 files for bankruptcy for second time in six years
US fashion retailer Forever 21 has filed for bankruptcy for the second time in six years, blaming mounting online competition from fast fashion retailers and weak footfall.
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NewsIkea to finally open Oxford Street store in May after 18-month delay
The long-awaited opening of the Ikea Oxford Street store is set to happen on May 1, 18 months after the Swedish retail giant was first set to debut the flagship.
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NewsTesco unveils new £180m investment in staff pay
Supermarket giant Tesco has today unveiled a £180m investment in staff pay, having reached an agreement with trade union Usdaw.
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NewsAsda profits improve off the back of strong George performance
Asda has reported an improvement in profits driven by a strong non-food performance headlined by clothing giant George.
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InterviewAsda chair Allan Leighton: ‘There is no pressure on me to turn this into a quick fix’
Following a mixed set of results for the 2024 financial year, Asda executive chairman Allan Leighton says his work is only just beginning at the retailer and insists he’s in it for the long haul.
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NewsTesco to trial giving away expiring food to customers for free
Supermarket giant Tesco is set to begin a trial giving away expiring food to customers for free at the end of the day to cut down on food waste.
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GallerySøstrene Grene to open new flagship in 'iconic shopping destination'
Søstrene Grene is set to open a new London flagship on Argyll Street, near Oxford Street in a few weeks.
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NewsSeasalt information officer steps away from retailer
Seasalt’s chief information officer Mel Wilcox has stepped down from the brand after less than two years in the role.
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NewsSuperdry relaunches Cult branding in-store and online
Fashion brand Superdry has relaunched its Cult sub-brand with a dedicated ecommerce website and rebrands at its Oxford Street and White City stores.