All articles by Jennifer Creevy – Page 90
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Wal-Mart reveals Asda had strong December
Asda parent Wal-Mart revealed the UK grocer reported one of its strongest ever Christmas trading seasons, despite its international sales dipping 10.4 per cent in December.
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Thorntons reports dip in like-for-likes
Thorntons has reported a dip in like-for-like sales of 6.6 per cent for the 12 weeks to December 27.
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Ocado celebrates record Christmas
Online retailer Ocado has reported its best Christmas to date with year-on-year sales growth up 25 per cent in the four weeks to January 3.
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The Co-operative Group reports strong Christmas
The Co-operative Group has reported a strong Christmas performance in its food stores with like for like sales, excluding petrol, for the three weeks to 3 January up 6 per cent.
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Waitrose reports buoyant new year trading
Grocer Waitrose reported a buoyant week of trading over the new year with like for like food sales up 4.7 per cent for the week ending 3 January.
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Tesco hits back at rivals with £100 million of price cuts
Tesco has today hit back at rival Asda’s price cuts with an investment of 100 million this month on a combination of permanent price cuts and promotions on more than 3,000 products.
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Viyella in talks over future of business
The future of iconic womenswear retailer Viyella hung in the balance today amid speculation the company is facing financial difficulties.
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Wedgwood falls into administration
Ceramics and crystal retailer and wholesaler Waterford Wedgwood has entered administration.
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Asda's George launches £20 City suit
Asda’s clothing brand George has launched a City suit for women costing just 20.
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Opinion
New retail insolvency rules will improve communication
It’s Christmas, but with the torrid time retailers and landlords have had this year, is it the season to be jolly? From the list of retailers that have collapsed into administration, it doesn't feel like it.
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Whittard poised for administration
Tea and coffee retailer Whittard of Chelsea is on the brink of administration, although it is understood a buyer is still likely to be found for part of the business.
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Tesco completes property deals
Tesco has concluded two UK property deals totalling 308 million.
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Tesco completes TPF deal
Tesco has completed the acquisition of Tesco Personal Finance, following approval from the UK Financial Services Authority.
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Sainsbury's boss Justin King courted for Olympics role
Mayor of London Boris Johnson has reportedly approached Sainsbury’s boss Justin King to become his principal adviser on the London 2012 Olympics.
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Sir Geoff Mulcahy in 11th hour rescue talks for Woolworths
Update: Deloitte has released closing dates for all of Woolworths' stores while former Woolies boss Sir Geoff Mulcahy will today talk with Ardeshir Naghshineh, the company's biggest shareholder, about a possible 11th hour rescue plan for the pick and mix retailer.
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Retail insolvency practice set for reform
Retail insolvency regulations will come into force next year, designed to stymie quick sales of retailers in administration.
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Laura Ashley reports slump in sales
Laura Ashley has reported UK like-for-like sales down 9.9 per cent as it suffers under “tough trading conditions”.
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Tesco slashes optical prices in Christmas Sale
Tesco has added prescription glasses to its Sale as it seeks to drive shoppers through its doors in the key Christmas trading period.
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Opinion
Tesco makes its non-food mark
Tesco has perfected its non-food image and now ranks among the specialists as a formidable player.
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Superdrug set for its biggest January Sale
Superdrug will launch its biggest ever January Sale next month, offering swingeing price cuts of up to 90 per cent.