All articles by Luke Tugby – Page 61
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NewsMorrisons boss Potts shrugs off Sainsbury’s-Asda deal
Morrisons boss David Potts has insisted the grocer is “well placed” to drive further growth, even if the proposed mega-merger between Sainsbury’s and Asda goes ahead.
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NewsCo-op completes £137.5m swoop for c-store rival Nisa
The Co-op has formally completed its £137.5m acquisition of symbol group Nisa.
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NewsTapi plots swoop on Carpetright stores as CVA nears
Tapi is speaking with Carpetright’s landlords in the hope of snapping up a clutch of the retailer’s stores that are subject to rent reductions under the terms of its impending CVA.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Five lessons for retailers from Arsène Wenger
Veteran Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger takes charge of his final game at the North London club this month, 22 years after his appointment.
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NewsHouse of Fraser slammed by property body over CVA plan
The British Property Federation has hit out at House of Fraser after the beleaguered business revealed it plans to launch a CVA next month.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Sainsbury’s-Asda merger’s property problem
Sainsbury’s proposed merger with Asda is almost certain to come under scrutiny from the competition watchdog amid concerns over how it could restrict consumer choice.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why Sainsbury’s and Asda are joining forces
Retail’s potential new dream team made its debut in the City today, lifting the lid on the rationale behind the proposed Sainsbury’s-Asda mega merger.
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VideoWatch: Why Sainsbury's-Asda deal is 'transformational'
Sainsbury’s and Asda have unveiled “transformational” proposals to merge in a £13bn deal that would make it the UK’s largest grocer.
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OpinionOpinion: Will a united Sainsbury's and Asda 'live better'?
‘Save money. Live better.’ It’s the slogan Asda has adopted from its US parent Walmart over the past few years.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is retail in danger of being monopolised?
With Sainsbury’s and Asda in advanced talks to form a £10bn grocery supergroup, Retail Week asks is retail in danger of being monopolised?
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AnalysisSainsbury's-Asda merger: The £10bn questions
Sainsbury’s and Asda sent shockwaves through the industry today when it emerged the supermarket giants were in “advanced talks” over a £10bn mega-merger.
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NewsSainsbury’s and Asda in shock talks over £10bn merger
Sainsbury’s and Asda are in shock talks over a £10bn merger to create a grocery retail powerhouse.
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NewsDebenhams jobs at risk as it restructures central teams
Debenhams is poised to restructure a raft of central teams and will place a “significant” number of roles into consultation, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCarpetright creditors vote in favour of CVA
Carpetright has overcome a major hurdle in its bid to launch a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) after its creditors voted in favour of the proposals.
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NewsFenwick launches consultation amid business restructure
Fenwick has launched a consultation with “a significant number” of its staff as new boss Robbie Feather restructures the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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OpinionOpinion: Sainsbury's boss Coupe faces toughest test yet
There’s an argument that Sainsbury’s hasn’t received the credit it deserves for being UK grocery’s ‘Mr Reliable’ over the past five years.
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NewsCo-op's £137.5m Nisa deal given green light by CMA
The Co-op’s £137.5m acquisition of convenience retailer and wholesaler Nisa has been given the green light by the competition watchdog.
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NewsHeatwave brightens retail sales after March blizzard
The mini-heatwave provided a shot in the arm for Britain’s high streets as shoppers stocked up for the stark change in weather.
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NewsSainsbury's pilots deliveries by electric cargo bikes
Sainsbury’s is piloting grocery deliveries by electric cargo bikes as the retailer seeks “greener” and “more efficient” fulfilment options.
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Bonmarché sales fall as store performance slumps
Bonmarché has suffered a decline in full-year sales as online growth failed to offset “disappointing” performance across its store portfolio.