All International articles – Page 149
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NewsMarks & Spencer plots 250 new overseas stores
Marks & Spencer is ramping up its international expansion with plans for 250 new overseas stores by 2017.
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OpinionComment: Slump in Russian spend offers lesson to retailers
Last month’s dip in spend from Russian shoppers reminds us of the sometimes fragile nature of tourism and the importance of a balanced mix of global shoppers.
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NewsArcadia tycoon Green eyes Indian expansion for brands
Arcadia tycoon Sir Philip Green is breaking into the lucrative Indian market by launching a Dorothy Perkins range on online platform Jabong.
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NewsB&M Bargains acquires German discount chain in first move outside UK
B&M Bargains is to acquire a majority stake in German discount retailer JA Woll Handels in its first move outside of the UK.
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AnalysisNeed to know: new UK retail entrant Hema
Dutch value retailer Hema is about to open its first UK stores. Will its broad offer prove a hit with British shoppers and shake up the competition?
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NewsColes boss McLeod appointed non-executive director of Middle East retailer
Ian McLeod, the outgoing boss of Australian retailer Coles, has taken up the role at Majid Al Futtaim, the Middle East’s fastest growing retail business.
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OpinionComment: Recognising global retail’s ripple effect
The Ukraine crisis has starkly highlighted the pitfalls of international retail both abroad and at home.
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CartoonBlower's retail cartoon: Kingfisher seeks China partner
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on Kingfisher’s efforts to find a business partner in China
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OpinionComment: International retail version 2.0 represents a big opportunity
Expanding internationally via online is a massive growth opportunity for UK retailers
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NewsDutch value retailer Hema signs first UK stores in Kingston and Victoria
Dutch value retailer Hema has signed its first UK stores in the Southeast of England.
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NewsAlliance Boots and Walgreens first half 'synergies' exceed expectations
Alliance Boots’ tie-up with Walgreens created savings above expectations of $236m (£143m) in the six months to February 28, 2014.
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NewsTed Baker rolls out new IT system to support international growth
Ted Baker has signed a deal with Microsoft Dynamics AX to roll out new IT systems which are designed to support the brand’s global growth plans.
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NewsPotential partners already lining up for B&Q China, says Cheshire
Kingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire has said firms have already expressed interest in partnering with the group’s B&Q China business.
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NewsKingfisher profits rise as it seeks strategic partner for B&Q China
DIY giant Kingfisher has reported a rise in full-year profits as it plots further overseas expansion and seeks a partner for its Chinese business.
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NewsRussian tourism spending in the UK drops by 17% amid Ukraine crisis
Spending by Russian visitors in the UK fell by 17% in February as a result of the political crisis in the Ukraine and a subsequent drop in the value of the rouble.
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GalleryStore gallery: H&M Runway Times Square, New York
H&M’s flagship store in New York is probably the fashion retailer’s most digitally enabled outlet.
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NewsArcadia overhauls IT systems to support online and international growth
Arcadia is embarking on a three-year £50m plan to overhaul its buying and merchandising, warehouse management and supply chain systems.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Dollar General benefits from the value trend
Dollar General’s full-year results, which marked the retailer’s 24th consecutive year of comparable store sales growth, came as further evidence of the continued strength of the US value channel.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on M and M and Tesco
Retail news round-up on March 19, 2014: Clothing etailer M and M Direct for sale for £80m; Tesco loses market share in Ireland
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InterviewInterview: Aldi bosses on winning Retailer and International Retailer of Year
Aldi has won Oracle Retailer of the Year and Heidrick & Struggles International Retailer of the Year. Joint managing directors Roman Heini and Matthew Barnes speak to Retail Week.