All articles by Luke Tugby – Page 94
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NewsTesco-Booker: 70% of investors 'in favour' of deal
Tesco is on track to win the backing of shareholders over its proposed takeover of Booker, a survey of investors has suggested.
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NewsTesco axes 24-hour opening at more stores
Tesco is calling time on 24-hour opening at more of its stores as part of a swathe of operational changes affecting 3,000 staff.
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OpinionOpinion: Tesco faces war of words over Booker deal
In a week when US President Donald Trump sparked fears of a conflict with North Korea, Tesco boss Dave Lewis is engaging in a battle of his own.
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OpinionOpinion: Asda’s Clarke can break barren Kantar run
Asda’s struggles were thrust back into the spotlight today when it racked up another unwelcome record.
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NewsData: Supermarket promotions hit lowest level for 11 years
Supermarket promotions have hit their lowest level for 11 years as grocery retailers increase their focus on everyday low prices.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The overseas etailers taking on Asos
Asos unveiled a 14% jump in pre-tax profits in its half-year results. We look at the rivals overseas trying to emulate the fashion etailer’s success.
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NewsMajestic Wine takes aim at grocers with entry-level range
Majestic Wine is launching its first-ever own-label entry-level range as it takes aim at the supermarkets, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsJaeger poised to tumble into administration
Jaeger is poised to fall into administration this week, leaving the future of 25 stores and almost 700 jobs hanging in the balance.
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NewsTesco faces pressure to close c-stores under Booker deal
Tesco could be forced to shutter hundreds of convenience stores amid concerns from rivals and shareholder groups over its £3.7bn Booker deal.
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NewsArcadia pension deficit balloons to almost £1bn
The black hole in Arcadia’s pension scheme has ballooned to almost £1bn, documents published by MPs have revealed.
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NewsApril Fool's Day 2017: 10 of the best retail wind-ups
From Amazon to Aldi, River Island to Iceland, a host of retailers have launched wild and wacky April Fool’s Day pranks in a bid to sucker shoppers.
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NewsToday in retail: Brexit plans can restore confidence
In the week Article 50 was triggered, the ramifications of last summer’s Brexit vote were made clear once more today.
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AnalysisBrexit: Seven opportunities for retailers to benefit
The Brexit decision may have brought uncertainty, but retailers can make the most of it.
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AnalysisTesco's Booker deal: Inspired or insane?
Tesco shareholders have begged the grocer to reconsider its proposed merger with Booker. Does the deal make sense? Read opposing views and cast your vote.
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AnalysisAgenda: Asos and Mothercare update the market
Retail Week looks ahead to the next seven days, with financial updates from Asos and Mothercare both on the agenda.
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NewsConsumers 'remain cagey' in March as living costs rise
Consumer confidence languished in negative territory in March as shoppers remained downbeat about the UK’s economic situation.
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NewsJones Bootmaker’s new owner on putting a spring in its step
It was only a matter of days ago that the future of Jones Bootmaker looked bleak.
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NewsJones Bootmaker to reveal new boss ‘in coming days’
Jones Bootmaker’s new owner Endless has revealed it will name the retailer’s new chief executive “in the coming days.”
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NewsMoss Bros: International expansion ‘high’ on agenda
Moss Bros is eyeing moves into more overseas territories after bosses admitted international expansion was “relatively high” on their agenda.
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NewsTesco boss Lewis 'completely committed' to Booker deal
Tesco boss Dave Lewis has insisted the grocer remains “completely committed” to the Booker acquisition despite shareholder opposition.