More on Me + Em – Page 1077
-
OpinionThis week in retail: Consumer confidence under scrutiny
Consumer confidence remains fragile in light of Brexit concerns and dire warnings following last week’s Autumn Statement.
-
VideoWatch: Black Friday kicks off at Shop Direct
Shop Direct boss Alex Baldock on how Black Friday is taking shape and why it favours the pure-play retailers.
-
OpinionOpinion: London is still calling international retailers
The weather at MAPIC 2016 – the international retail property trade show in Cannes – may have been a metaphor for global retail.
-
NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill cleared of mislabelling scarves
Edinburgh Woollen Mill has been found not guilty of mislabelling some of its scarves as 100% cashmere.
-
OpinionOpinion: The diminishing importance of scale
Remember the days when retail was all about scale?
-
NewsSports Direct's Ashley challenges MPs to live TV debate
Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has invited MPs back to the retailer’s warehouse in Shirebrook to take part in a “live televised” debate.
-
NewsAldi to launch online business in China next year
Aldi has unveiled plans to launch in China next year as the discounter continues to break into new markets across the globe.
-
NewsRetail diary: Asda hits freeze on Black Friday
Asda parodies its past Black Friday carnage, Majestic Wines and Hotel Chocolat get competitive on the rugby field, and Victoria Plum has a heated situation.
-
AnalysisCEO viewpoints: The case for and against Black Friday
Retail is divided on whether Black Friday is good or bad for the industry. Here two retail chief executives make their case.
-
OpinionBlog: How dedication keeps deliveries on track
Ahead of Black Friday, Hermes’ Carl Lyon looks at the couriers going above and beyond the call of duty to ensure customer fulfilment.
-
NewsBreakfast briefing: Sports Direct, Asda and more
Retail news round-up: Mike Ashley invites in MPs, Asda steps away from Black Friday, and Edinburgh Woollen Mill not guilty of mislabelling
-
AnalysisBlack Friday 2016: Which retailers are doing what?
No longer a day of deals, Black Friday has become a promotional marathon. Here we document retailers’ Black Friday deals and their duration.
-
NewsOcado extends robot communication tech in its warehouses
Ocado has expanded the 4G wireless network in its automated warehouses to allow its fleet of pick-and-pack robots to communicate more effectively.
-
NewsIceland vs Iceland – island nation sues retailer
The Icelandic government has taken legal action against British grocery retailer Iceland in a bid to help promote businesses in the Nordic country.
-
NewsMothercare boss: "We've fared a hell of a lot better than most"
Mothercare’s boss has admitted the business “hit a bump” in the last six months, but insisted its turnaround is on track.
-
NewsToday in Retail: Growing pains at Mothercare
Despite reporting falling like-for-likes and profits, the boss of Mothercare didn’t appear too rattled.
-
OpinionIceland's Malcolm Walker: Feeling the heat? Build a kitchen
As a Yorkshireman, I am naturally very familiar with the anguished cry of “how much?” that usually attends any major purchasing decision in the county. Like a kitchen refurbishment, for example.
-
AnalysisOpinion: What can be learned from Staples' decline?
Hilco’s acquisition of Staples’ UK business is one of many deals in the office supply space, following a recent drop in sales and growth.
-
NewsLondon’s West End poised for £115m Black Friday bonanza
Retailers in London’s West End are braced for a £115.5m Black Friday spending spree as stores across the region take part in the promotional frenzy.
-
NewsLidl hikes staff pay to meet Living Wage Foundation rate
Lidl is increasing pay rates for its lowest paid workers to match the new Living Wage Foundation benchmark.