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NewsRetail diary: Ikea’s Iron Throne a porcelain makeover
Marks & Spencer plagued by uniform availability and Ikea’s porcelain throne.
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AnalysisBrexit: Survival lessons from the last recession
The reduced consumer spending that is expected in the run-up to Brexit is spurring many retailers to expand overseas. What can we learn from retailers’ expansion during the credit crunch?
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InterviewInterview: New boss Caunce unveils his own ‘AO way’
AO released £50m capital through a share placing earlier this week to underpin its further growth prospects, including international expansion and introducing new categories.
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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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NewsBrexit countdown: How can retailers cope?
The wheels of Britain’s exit from the EU were put in motion this week when Prime Minister Theresa May triggered Article 50.
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NewsMove of the week: Mary Homer leaves Topshop
On first impression, Mary Homer’s decision to leave Topshop to become chief executive of The White Company is a curious one.
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NewsKoovs grows global footprint with new online markets
London-listed Indian fashion etailer Koovs has unveiled plans to expand into the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
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InterviewInterview: Macy’s legend Lundgren on US department store turmoil
As he hands over the reins as chief executive, Macy’s Terry Lundgren discusses his career and why he’s confident department stores will thrive.
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AnalysisInfographic: Poundland drops 99p Stores and Tesco unrest
The week in words and numbers, March 31, 2017: Poundland puts its 99p Stores into administration and Tesco faces shareholder mutiny over Booker acquisition.
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NewsOctober’s Very Own to launch in UK with London flagship
Canadian singer Drake is bringing his menswear brand October’s Very Own (OVO) to the UK with a flagship store in Soho, London.
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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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AnalysisSWOT analysis: Is Topshop in trouble?
The famous high street fashion retailer enjoys something of a cult following, but do recent reports of a slump in sales suggest Topshop is in trouble?
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VideoThe Retail Week: Tesco, Booker, Brexit and Topshop
The team discuss stories from the industry over the last week, including who will be best suited to take the top job at Topshop.
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OpinionBlog: Solving the London congestion conundrum
With a proposed ban on light vans in central London delivering internet purchases, Hermes’ Carl Lyon looks at smarter and greener options.
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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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GalleryStore of the week: The Harry Potter Shop, Heathrow
Sometimes a world created in a book is so powerful that little is required to turn it into a shop that will be instantly recognised by passing shoppers. Perhaps the best example is Harry Potter.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: OV, supermarkets and a living wage
Retail news round-up: AO World raises £50m for expansion and Drake's OVO to launch in London
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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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AnalysisJohn Lewis' Paula Nickolds on reinventing the business
John Lewis’ new managing director Paula Nickolds revealed her thoughts on the future of one of Britain’s best-loved retailers today.