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NewsOcado sales and orders up in ‘strong’ fourth quarter
Ocado has unveiled strong growth in sales and order volumes in its fourth quarter but said “industry wide price deflation” hit average order size.
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NewsSports Direct profits plunge following failure to hedge
Sports Direct has reported sinking profits in a “tough” half year, as its failure to hedge in the aftermath of the referendum hits the business.
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AnalysisHandbags and cocktails in Selfridges’ Accessories Hall
The newly completed Accessories Hall in Selfridges’ flagship is about grandeur and luxury.
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NewsArcadia distribution staff to strike over wages
Distribution staff at Sir Philip Green’s Arcadia group are to stage a walk out today and Monday in support of a claim for the Real Living Wage.
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VideoWatch: Majestic's Gormley on the discounters and Branson
Majestic Wine boss Rowan Gormley has put the fizz back into the business since taking the helm 18 months ago.
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AnalysisNext-day delivery demand high in younger shoppers
New research has revealed shoppers in younger age brackets have higher expectations when it comes to next-day deliveries in the run-up to Christmas.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Yoox Net-a-porter and Morrisons
Retail news round-up: Yoox Net-a-porter partners with Disney and former Morrisons boss to be Byron's chairman.
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NewsBlack Friday growth slows as interest wanes, says Mastercard
Spending on Black Friday was up just 2.3% year-on-year across the retail sector, according to the latest figures from Mastercard’s Spending Pulse data.
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OpinionOpinion: A tax-free shopping revamp can help UK prosper
Whatever you think about Brexit, Britain’s decision to leave the EU has presented the UK economy with a major opportunity – international tourism.
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NewsPoundworld fined for selling faulty phone chargers
Poundworld has been fined a six-figure sum for selling thousands of faulty smartphone chargers with fake safety test certificates.
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NewsJoules' jump on British bandwagon pays off
British business might be unsure about the ‘Special Relationship’ in the light of protectionist Donald Trump’s election, but retailer Joules is making hay across the pond.
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NewsBunnings boss John Gillam steps down after 12 years
Bunnings chief executive John Gillam is stepping down as boss of the business after 12 years at the helm.
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AnalysisChristmas ads: Who topped YouTube's most-watched list?
British retailers have emerged winners in the global Christmas ads battle with John Lewis, Burberry and Sainsbury’s among YouTube’s most watched.
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OpinionOpinion: Why Amazon Go is not a grocery game-changer
Will Amazon’s bricks-and-mortar grocery venture prove to be an industry game-changer? TCC’s global insight director, Bryan Roberts, has his say.
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NewsCoop Italia unveils its 'supermarket of the future'
Coop Italia has launched its ‘supermarket of the future’ as the retailer aims to create an “innovative and informative” shopping experience.
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NewsEstée Lauder launches on Facebook Messenger
The Estée Lauder Companies has launched on Facebook Messenger allowing shoppers to have Christmas gifts delivered in 60 minutes.
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AnalysisMore than 60% of companies lack supply chain visibility
New white paper reveals how to achieve end-to-end visibility in a multi-tier manufacturing supply chain and save money in the process.
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AnalysisDoes weak consumer confidence result in weaker sales?
The prestigious Retail Think Tank debates whether consumer confidence can be measured and whether it really impacts spending.
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OpinionOpinion: The UK is a home for fashion originality
This week we at the British Fashion Council (BFC) celebrated the international fashion industry at the iconic Royal Albert Hall for The Fashion Awards.
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OpinionOpinion: How will the future play out for House of Fraser?
Three years is a long time in retail. Rewind to late 2013 and House of Fraser was looking to be refloated on the London Stock Exchange after a seven-year absence.