All International articles – Page 115
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AnalysisUniqlo Europe's operating profits contract after refurb of London flagship
Uniqlo Europe’s annual operating profits contracted following losses incurred from the refurbishment of its London flagship store.
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AnalysisDFS eyes further European expansion after ‘encouraging’ Netherlands trial
DFS boss Ian Filby revealed the retailer is mulling expansion into Belgium and Germany after a successful launch in the Netherlands.
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AnalysisAnalysis: HMV banks on resilient physical music market as it expands abroad
When HMV went into administration in 2013, the future looked bleak for the 94-year-old retailer and the brand’s demise appeared inevitable.
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AnalysisIs Tesco on the road to recovery? What the analysts say
Tesco has reported a 55% slide in half-year profits as boss Dave Lewis continues his attempts to turn around the business.
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AnalysisComment: Ocado hunts international expert to join board as it seeks overseas deals
Food etailer Ocado is recruiting 2,000 more staff ahead of Christmas, but is also on the lookout for one new hire in particular.
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AnalysisTed Baker launches in Mexico and Hawaii on back of North American success
Ted Baker will open stores in Mexico and Hawaii following its success in the US as the fashion retailer widens its reach abroad.
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AnalysisTed Baker sales and profits rise driven by growth online and in the US
Ted Baker has reported “strong growth” in half-year sales and pre-tax profits, driven by booming performance online and in the US.
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AnalysisHMV to drive international expansion with website roll-out
HMV is preparing to enter 10 foreign markets, primarily in Europe, via its website as part of an international offensive.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: New Aldi and Lidl formats driving 'supermarketisation'
These days the retail press is full of stories about new concept stores for the leading discount store operators Aldi and Lidl.
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AnalysisAmerican Apparel files for bankruptcy protection in the US
Troubled US fashion retailer American Apparel has filed for bankruptcy protection, buy its boss says it can become a “stronger” company.
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AnalysisWalmart to axe 450 jobs as it restructures head office team
US retail titan Walmart will wield the axe on 450 jobs at its headquarters in Arkansas as it restructures its management team.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Tesco's international arm will face scrutiny at its half-year update
Tesco is expected to post positive interims next week, but its struggling overseas operations are set to face a brighter than usual spotlight.
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AnalysisComment: How new technology is making shopping personal again
Smart new kids on the block are using technology to make grocery shopping the local and personal experience it once was.
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AnalysisComment: How tech can help US retailers adapt to Obama’s overtime pay changes
The White House’s upcoming change to overtime legislation will make millions of American hourly workers eligible for overtime pay.
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Analysis7-Eleven Australia bosses quit over 'underpaid workers' scandal
The bosses of convenience group 7-Eleven have quit the retailer in the aftermath of claims that it exploited workers over pay.
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AnalysisTesco chairman John Allan says further overseas disposals unlikely
Tesco chairman John Allan has ruled out any more major international disposals in the short term following the sale of Homeplus in South Korea.
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AnalysisJohn Dixon aims to make ‘iconic’ David Jones a ‘world-class' retailer
Former Marks & Spencer director John Dixon aims to make Australian retailer David Jones “world-class” when he joins as chief executive in January.
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AnalysisJohn Dixon says David Jones a ‘perfect fit’ as he takes top job at retailer
John Dixon has said David Jones is a “perfect fit” for him after being confirmed as the Australian department store group’s new boss.
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AnalysisEx-Marks & Spencer GM boss John Dixon to take top job at Australia's David Jones
John Dixon, the former head of Marks & Spencer’s general merchandise unit, is expected to be unveiled as the new boss of Australian department store group David Jones.
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AnalysisFrench entertainment retailer Fnac bids to acquire rival Darty
French entertainment and electricals retailer Fnac has approached the board of electricals specialist Darty about acquiring its rival.