All articles by Luke Tugby – Page 125
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AnalysisAnalysis: What will the Co-op achieve by going 'back to the future'?
The Co-op’s decision to reintroduce its clover logo may have grabbed the headlines, but the mutual’s move is far more than just a rebrand.
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NewsJohn Lewis weekly sales boosted by electricals and home technology
John Lewis sales jumped last week as performance of its electricals and home technology category drove an overall uplift in revenues.
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NewsHalfords acquires online cycling specialists Tredz and Wheelies
Halfords has acquired premium bikes and accessories etailers Tredz and Wheelies as it steps up efforts to grow its online presence.
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NewsCard Factory first-quarter sales hit by 'softer' high-street footfall
Card Factory has warned that like-for-like sales growth was “softer” during its first quarter after being hit by a slump in footfall.
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NewsTopps Tiles' half-year profits jump amid sales and gross margin gains
Topps Tiles has unveiled a jump in half-year profits and sales after store revamps and new ranges gained traction with shoppers.
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NewsKingfisher first-quarter sales rise driven by B&Q and Screwfix
B&Q owner Kingfisher has posted a 3.6% uplift in like-for-like sales during its first quarter, driven by its performance in the UK and Poland.
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NewsLondon retailers to reap 'huge benefits' of Night Tube service
The introduction of the Night Tube underground service will have “huge benefits” for retailers in London, according to New West End Company.
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AnalysisBHS select committee probes: Who is appearing and when?
The joint select committee probes into the sale of beleaguered department store chain BHS and its collapse get under way today.
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NewsIceland ditches celebs for mums as marketing shifts in 'new direction'
Iceland is ditching celebrities for “real mums” in its adverts as the grocer accelerates its drive to take marketing in a “new direction”.
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NewsConviviality edges up profit expectations after ‘transformational’ year
Bargain Booze owner Conviviality has edged up its profit forecast after hailing the impact of a “transformational” year for the group.
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NewsMatalan tycoon leads race for BHS but liquidators could be called in
Matalan founder John Hargreaves’ consortium has moved to the front of the queue to rescue BHS, but liquidators could still be called in.
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NewsMoss Bros hails sales growth as online and in-store improvements bear fruit
Moss Bros has hailed “further improvement” in trading performance as retail sales jumped ahead of its annual general meeting today.
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VideoThe Retail Week: Asda's Q1 struggle, BHS bids and Thorntons closing stores
This week we discuss Asda’s disappointing results, the latest BHS bidders and what’s next for Thorntons after its recent store closure.
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OpinionOpinion: Clarke's on Asda's throne, but Murray holds keys to the kingdom
In the wake of Asda’s seventh consecutive quarter of falling sales, the grocer’s boss, Andy Clarke, hit the proverbial nail on the head.
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NewsAsda posts 5.7% slump in first quarter sales amid 'fierce competition'
Asda has posted a 5.7% slump in first quarter like-for-like sales as the grocer continued to struggle amid “fierce competition”.
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NewsRetail sales jump in April but fashion dented by cold weather
Retail sales enjoyed a surprise jump in April despite colder weather denting performance across the fashion and footwear sectors.
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NewsHMV owner Hilco and Poundstretcher join battle to save BHS
HMV owner Hilco Capital and Poundstretcher have joined the race to rescue beleaguered department store chain BHS after lodging firm bids.
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NewsMorrisons pens Timpson deal as it presses ahead with store revamp plan
Morrisons has struck a deal with shoe repairs specialist Timpson as the grocer accelerates its drive to make better use of store space.
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NewsAmazon boss Jeff Bezos: 'We're definitely going to open more stores'
Amazon boss Jeff Bezos has insisted the online giant will “definitely” open more stores as it plans an assault on bricks-and-mortar retailers.
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NewsThorntons to shutter Oxford Street store with further closures 'likely'
Thorntons is poised to close its store on Oxford Street as new owner Ferrero continues a review of the business, Retail Week has learned.