All International articles – Page 117
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OpinionWill next week bring news of an international deal for Ocado?
When Ocado releases its interims next week interest is as likely to be focused on news about international prospects as its domestic market.
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NewsAldi steps up expansion plans in South and Western Australia
German discount chain Aldi is stepping up its AUD$750m (£367m) assault on the Australian grocery market with plans to open 40 stores across South and Western Australia next year.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail News on Tesco, Ramadan, Walmart
Retail news round-up on June 23, 2015: Tesco named worst of ‘Big Four’ over industry suppliers code, Ramadan boosts grocery sales and more
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NewsLidl owner Schwarz seeks to break €100bn sales barrier in next five years
Lidl holding company Schwarz Group hopes to make €100bn (£72bn) in sales per year within the next five years by increasing sales by more than a quarter.
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NewsDarty swings back to profit despite sales dip as cost cutting kicks in
French electricals retailer Darty has swung back into profit for the year despite a fall in sales after significant cost cutting.
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NewsRetailers set for Chinese visitor boost as visa process streamlined
The UK government has taken a long-awaited step towards simplifying the visa process for Chinese visitors, prompting retailers to capitalise.
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NewsHMV to launch concessions in 80 Tesco Ireland stores
HMV has penned a major deal with Tesco that will see it open concessions in dozens of the grocer’s Irish stores by the end of the year.
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NewsGap swings axe on North American stores and headquarters staff
Fashion giant Gap is to shut 175 stores in its core North American market and axe 250 head office jobs in a bid to improve performance.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, Gap, Paperchase and more
Retail news round-up on June 16, 2015: Orion eyes Tesco’s Homeplus; Gap reveals store closure plans; Paperchase rolls out loyalty scheme and more
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NewsLululemon prepares to sever ties with founder Dennis Wilson
Lululemon founder Dennis Wilson is on the verge of severing ties with the retailer after it filed for him to sell his $1.2bn (£772m) stake.
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NewsAhold heralds launch of 'game-changing' free food magazine and website
Dutch retail giant Ahold’s US business has launched a free magazine and digital platform it claims will be a ‘game changer’.
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NewsSaks Fifth Avenue may launch in Europe as Hudson’s Bay buys Galeria Kaufhof
Hudson’s Bay Company, owner of Saks Fifth Avenue, is to buy German department store business Galeria Kaufhof from Metro Group.
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NewsStrong start to year for Ted Baker as sales surge 18.9%
Fashion retailer and brand Ted Baker has reported a “strong” sales rise across the business as it expands internationally.
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NewsAmazon faces anti-trust investigation over ebook business
The European Commission (EC) has launched an anti-trust investigation into online retail giant Amazon’s ebook business.
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NewsSainsbury's boss Mike Coupe acquitted by Egyptian court
Sainsbury’s chief executive Mike Coupe will avoid prison in Egypt after being acquitted of embezzlement charges brought against him.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on the Big Four, Laura Ashley, Tesco's Dunnhumby and more
Retail news round-up on June 11, 2015: Big Four grocers to lose 4% of market share by 2020, Laura Ashley AGM, Ex-Monsoon boss to bid for Tesco’s Dunnhumby
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NewsZara owner Inditex first-quarter net profits jump 28%
Inditex – owner of fashion chains Zara, Pull & Bear, Massimo Dutti and Bershka – has revealed a 28% rise in net profits for its first quarter.
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NewsSpar expands in India as it targets 25 hypermarkets and €300m sales
Spar is embarking on expansion plans in India as it seeks to open 25 hypermarkets across the country by 2017 and create 800 new roles.
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NewsH&M to launch in India with 25,000 sq ft store in New Delhi
H&M will open its first store in India this autumn. The retailer has selected a 25,000 sq ft location in New Delhi.
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NewsAldi invests in electric car charging stations across Germany
Discount grocer Aldi is investing €2.2m (£1.6m) on charging stations for electric cars outside its German stores this summer.