All John Lewis & Partners articles – Page 46
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NewsWaitrose sales hot up as warm weather sends shoppers outdoors
Waitrose said last week’s warm weather and the Rio Olympics inspired people to head outdoors, resulting in a 4.7% sales uplift.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Recession lessons that will help retailers trade through Brexit
As retailers prepare for any Brexit storm, we look at what can be learned from the success stories of the recent recession.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers capitalise on Pinterest's growing popularity?
As Burberry partners with Pinterest and it adds promoted videos to its advertising offer, how can retailers use the platform to boost sales?
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AnalysisBig box, little box, cardboard box: Why big retailers are shrinking
Big-box retailers are branching out of retail parks and adopting new channels such as smaller high street stores to target new shoppers.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Will UK department stores follow Macy’s lead and shut stores?
Macy’s decision to shutter 100 of its shops across the US created shockwaves last week, despite its recent poor financial performance.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales fall as hot weather sparks 'challenging' week
John Lewis sales dropped last week as the hot weather drove consumers away from shops during a “challenging” period of trading.
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NewsWaitrose sales boosted by the Olympics and Harry Potter
Waitrose sales have been buoyed by the Rio Olympics and the release of a new Harry Potter book, with sales also rising at sister retailer John Lewis.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five things that retailers can learn from Pret
Founded by Julian Metcalfe and Sinclair Beecham as a sandwich shop in 1986, Pret is now on nearly every major British high street.
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AnalysisRio 2016: Our top picks for Team Retail at the Olympic Games
As the Olympic Games kick off in Rio, here are Retail Week’s nominations for the retail athletes going for gold this year.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why retailers are introducing new compelling concessions
Concessions have long been the lifeblood of department stores and the industry in general has served up some compelling and surprising tie-ups lately.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Primark, BHS, John Lewis and Aldi
Retail round-up: Primark still to confirm acquiring BHS unit, Lady Barbara Judge asks Sir Philip Green to compensate BHS pensioners, and more
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NewsSainsbury's to roll out expanded Tu athleisure range to 170 stores
Sainsbury’s is rolling out its Tu athleisure range to 170 stores as it ramps up efforts to build its presence in the growing category.
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NewsWaitrose sales rise 4.3% last week as school holidays kick in
Waitrose sales rose 4.3% in the week to July 30, buoyed by warm temperaratures and promotional activity around baking during the school holidays.
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NewsJohn Lewis kick-starts campaign to fund disruptive tech start-ups
John Lewis has joined with retail accelerator and investment fund TrueStart to fund pioneering products, services and technologies.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why retailers are banking on a growing menswear market
Menswear has traditionally been relegated to store basements, with retailers resigned to men simply being less interested in shopping.
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GalleryChristmas in July 2016: Fashion retailers opt for traditional takes on party wear
As is customary in July, fashion retailers have been showing off the pieces they think will make an impact this Christmas.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales hampered by hot weather but Waitrose buoyed
John Lewis sales fell last week as the hot weather hit big-ticket items and fashion categories, but Waitrose benefited from the conditions.
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GalleryChristmas in July: Top health and beauty stocking-fillers for 2016
Health and beauty retailers are adding a personal touch to pampering this Christmas. Here’s a whiff of Amazon and The Body Shop’s offers.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: Visual search engine platform Snap Fashion
The number of start-ups in retail technology is growing and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week we look at Snap Fashion.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five reasons John Lewis is upping its game Down Under
John Lewis has unveiled a tie-up with department store group Myer to launch six shop-in-shops in Australia.