All Kingfisher articles – Page 20
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OpinionWill Halfords and Homebase set a trend of more women running retailers?
Halfords and Homebase have both just appointed female bosses. Kate Walsh hopes that in future such hirings will be ‘no big deal’.
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NewsKingfisher acquisition of French rival Mr Bricolage suffers setback
Kingfisher’s acquisition of Mr Bricolage has suffered a setback after the retailer’s management and a major shareholder said they had “reservations”.
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NewsEaster shaping up well for DIY retailers as appetite for home improvement returns
Consumers intend to carry out more big DIY projects this year than last, providing welcome news for home improvement retailers.
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InterviewInterview: Sir Ian Cheshire, winner of Outstanding Contribution award
Few have had such an impact on retail as the former Kingfisher boss. He tells Retail Week about his approach to retail and what’s next.
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NewsOracle Retail Week Awards 2015 winners revealed
Former Kingfisher group chief executive Sir Ian Cheshire won the coveted Outstanding Contribution to Retail accolade at last night’s prestigious Oracle Retail Week Awards.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Are the days of squeezing suppliers numbered?
As B&Q faces allegations that it demanded contributions from its suppliers, Retail Week asks whether such practices can continue.
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NewsTopps Tiles hires Darren Shapland as chairman retires from the board
Topps Tiles has hired Poundland and Maplin boss Darren Shapland as chairman to replace Michael Jack who is retiring in March.
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OpinionComment: Kingfisher boss Laury expected to confront overspaced estate
As new Kingfisher chief executive Véronique Laury prepares to post full-year figures in just over a month’s time, the pressure is on.
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NewsHelen Weir to join Marks & Spencer as chief financial officer on April 1
Marks & Spencer has confirmed that chief financial officer Helen Weir will join the retailer on April 1.
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NewsLord Rose and Sir Ian Cheshire hit back at Labour attacks on Boots boss
Lord Rose and Sir Ian Cheshire have hit back at Labour’s attack on Boots boss Stefano Pessina after he said a Labour government would be a catastrophe.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on DFS, Argos and Screwfix
Retail news round-up on January 23, 2015:DFS to target £1bn value with London IPO, Argos accused of racism over price of doll, Screwfix to expand its Northern Ireland operation
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NewsFormer Kingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire to advise the government
Former chief executive of the DIY giant Kingfisher, Sir Ian Cheshire, will be appointed by the government as a top business advisor.
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AnalysisCompany profile: Wumei Holdings takes control of B&Q China
Wumei Holdings has acquired a 70% stake in B&Q China as it dips its toes in the DIY sector, having previously focused on supermarkets and department stores.
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NewsKingfisher sells controlling stake in B&Q China for £140m
Kingfisher has sold a controlling stake in its B&Q China business to Wumei Holdings for £140m as it seeks to focus on its European business.
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CartoonBlower’s retail cartoon: Kingfisher’s Sir Ian Cheshire at the end of an era
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on Sir Ian Cheshire’s departure from Kingfisher and what the future could hold.
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NewsKingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire sets sights on another chief exec role
Outgoing Kingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire has indicated he would prefer his next job to be a chief executive role despite being touted for the Tesco chairman position.
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InterviewInterview: Kingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire on his legacy as he leaves the stage
On a wet and grey day at Kingfisher’s head office, located on the Grand Union canal in London’s Paddington, Sir Ian Cheshire sits down to reflect on a distinguished 17-year career at the company.
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NewsIan Cheshire tells Kingfisher successor to believe in international future
Kingfisher chief executive Sir Ian Cheshire has advised successor Véronique Laury to “believe in the future of an international retailer”.
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NewsKingfisher's struggles in France continue as Sir Ian Cheshire bows out
Kingfisher has reported a 0.9% dip in like-for-like sales during its third quarter as sales suffered in a weak French market.
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OpinionComment: From banking to bras – why Helen Weir is right hire for M&S
Helen Weir may have been among banking group Lloyds’ top brass in the run-up to the financial crash but her appointment at M&S is welcome.