All John Lewis Partnership articles – Page 34
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NewsAlmost 1m retail jobs at risk from impact of digital and spiralling costs
Almost 1 million retail jobs could be lost in the next decade as high streets struggle with the impact of digital and spiralling costs.
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OpinionOpinion: Beware, there’s a predator in the retail jungle – it’s Amazon
As the online retail giant continues its march into new categories and widens its delivery offer, how will the rest of the industry compete?
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OpinionOpinion: High-stake Brexit debate demands retail engagement
The EU referendum outcome will be a pivotal moment in UK history and as the largest private employer our industry must join the debate.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers tackle the problem of productivity?
Productivity is rising up the retail boardroom agenda. Retail Week gathered retailers to discuss how to drive greater efficiency.
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NewsJohn Lewis weekly sales boosted by half term and Valentine's Day
John Lewis sales surged 6.9% last week as the retailer cashed in on a “strong week’s trade” during the half term school holidays.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales up 7% after fashion and electricals boost
Sales at department store group John Lewis rose 7% last week, with fashion and Valentine’s Day the driving forces behind the increase.
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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership stages debate for staff on EU exit
John Lewis Partnership has staged a debate with Lord Stuart Rose and JML owner John Mills on the consequences of the EU referendum.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales up marginally against 'backdrop of changeable weather'
Sales at John Lewis increased 0.6% to £69.97m last week, with year-on-year takings down at stores including its Oxford Street flagship.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Trading lessons and emerging trends from the golden quarter
What were the key trends to emerge from the all-important festive trading period? OC&C’s Tom Gladstone looks at the numbers.
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NewsJohn Lewis to enter Middle East with Dubai concession launch
John Lewis is to sell its product in the Middle East through a shop-in-shop in Robinsons department store in Dubai.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales rise driven by electricals and homewares
John Lewis has reported a 7.1% surge in weekly sales driven by the performance of its electricals, home and technology ranges.
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NewsWatch: Waitrose spotlights Pick Your Own Offers in new ad campaign
Waitrose has launched an advert focusing on value as part of its fight against the discounters, after suffering its worst Christmas since 2006.
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AnalysisAnalysis: After a rollercoaster peak, will retail ever be the same again?
That was the question asked by Retail Week guest editor Theo Paphitis. We talk to retail chiefs to explore the changing shape of the peak.
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NewsRetail Diary: Vitsœ's bargain trick, Bolland's future and JL boss bromance
Vitsœ shuns the bargain bandwagon, while departing M&S chief kicks off speculation and John Lewis’ boss has kind words for Mike Ashley.
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NewsJohn Lewis post-Christmas sales soar 23% but Waitrose slips 2.5%
John Lewis has reported a strong start to the New Year, with sales surging 23% in the week to January 2 – however Waitrose saw sales dip 2.5%.
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OpinionNick Bubb's verdict: John Lewis, Next and M&S – the good, bad and ugly?
Having heard high street stalwarts John Lewis, Next and M&S report since Christmas, what lessons can be learnt about retailing trends?
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NewsWaitrose boss Mark Price warns cost pressures could hit profits
Waitrose boss Mark Price has warned that “substantive” cost increases this year – including the living wage – could hamper its bottom line in the short term.
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VideoWatch: John Lewis’ Andy Street on Christmas trading results and 2016 plans
After recording a 5.1% rise in like-for-likes, John Lewis managing director Andy Street explains the impact of shifting trading patterns.
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NewsJohn Lewis posts Christmas sales rise as seasonal trading patterns shift
Like-for-like sales at John Lewis department stores rose over the Christmas period but fell at sister grocer Waitrose.
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DataChristmas trading 2015: Retailers battle it out for the top spot
Find out how retailers have performed during the critical Christmas trading period with our league table comparing like-for-like sales.