All Joules articles – Page 4
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NewsJoules scales back investment as coronavirus plays havoc with guidance
Joules has not given investors any financial guidance for the year ahead due to the “ongoing uncertainty” over coronavirus, which has hit footfall and sales over the last few weeks.
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NewsJoules profits hit by later fall of Black Friday
Joules has blamed the later fall of Black Friday for a slump in half-year profitability.
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NewsJoules boss blames spreadsheet error for festive availabilities crisis
The boss of fashion brand Joules has blamed an error on a spreadsheet for the availabilities issue that cratered online sales over the festive period and forced the retailer to warn on profits for the year.
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NewsJoules issues profit warning off the back of ‘disappointing’ Christmas period
Joules has issued a profit warning following a torrid Christmas trading period driven by stock availability issues.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The biggest hires and fires of 2019
As 2019 draws to a close, Retail Week takes a look back at all the hires and fires that have made shockwaves in the retail sector this year.
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NewsJoules sales climb despite ‘challenging’ September
Joules has posted an increase in sales during the first half of its financial year despite suffering what it called a “challenging” September.
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AnalysisWhat retail supply chains must look like in 2020
Retail Week’s Supply Chain 2020 report reveals how retailers are winning in the first and final mile through analysis of the latest trends
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OpinionOpinion: Retail must reinvent its image to attract future leaders
Does retail have an image problem? Our 2018 Employee Perceptions Survey showed that almost 60% of retail employees think so.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How ‘total retail’ has spurred Joules’ success
After posting an impressive set of full-year results, departing Joules boss Colin Porter pointed to the success of the fashion brand’s ‘total retail’ model. What is that and what can others learn from it?
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NewsJoules profits and sales climb in ‘strong’ year
Joules has reported soaring full-year profits and sales in what boss Colin Porter says was driven by “growth across channels and product categories, both in the UK and internationally”.
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OpinionOpinion: Founders bring authenticity – lose them at your peril
With all the recent activity, it seems a good time to review the role of founders in retail brands and when, if ever, they should step aside.
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NewsJoules sales soar as digital powers growth
Joules’ sales rocketed during its full year, the group said in a pre-close update.
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AnalysisProfile: Is Nick Jones the right man to keep Joules growing?
Former Marks & Spencer and Asda exec Nick Jones has been poached by fashion retailer Joules as its next chief executive. Retail Week analyses whether he’s the right man for the job
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NewsJoules poaches Asda exec Nick Jones as new boss
Joules has poached Asda’s clothing and general merchandise boss Nick Jones to become its new chief executive.
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NewsJoules chief executive Colin Porter to step down
Joules boss Colin Porter is to step down from the fashion chain after five years at the helm.
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AnalysisKey takeaways from the trends that shaped Christmas
Our new report draws on insights from the golden quarter to identify the threats and opportunities for retail in 2019.
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AnalysisHow WHSmith, Joules and Hotel Chocolat keep stores singing
WHSmith, Joules and Hotel Chocolat all provided strong trading updates today – and central to each of their triumphs was the performance of their stores.
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NewsJoules interim profits and sales increase
Joules has recorded a rise in profits above expectations, which boss Colin Porter says is a “testament to the strength of our distinctive brand”.
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OpinionOpinion: Retail's winners show how to beat tough times
Now that the bulk of the numbers are in, what to make of retail’s Christmas and the outlook for this year?
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NewsJoules posts Christmas sales rise as online grows
Fashion retailer Joules delivered a “strong” Christmas performance across all categories.