More on Me + Em – Page 1127
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why maverick Mike Ashley's apologies are no longer enough
Mike Ashley famously said last year he wanted Sports Direct to be as good a retailer as department store chain John Lewis.
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NewsDixons Carphone like-for-likes rise as Brexit has 'no detectable impact'
Dixons Carphone first-quarter like-for-likes increased as boss Seb James maintained that Brexit had not effected shopper behaviour.
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Retail VoiceAre retailers meeting today’s mobile mandate?
Overwhelmed by the scope and complexity of the mobile challenge? Akamai reveals how retailers can deliver the mobile experience users expect.
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NewsPep&Co embarks on aggressive store expansion plan to drive Christmas sales
Pep&Co plans to open more stores in addition to concessions in Guess How Much! outlets to bolster its offer for Christmas trading.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Steinhoff and Sports Direct
Retail news round-up: Steinhoff reports steady growth with unaudited revenue growth of 33% to £11.04bn and Mike Ashley blames unions and MPs
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VideoWatch: Amazon Dash tried and tested – trendsetter or add-on gimmick?
Amazon has rolled out its Dash service to the UK. We test out how well it works and explain how much of a game-changer the device could be.
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AnalysisPersonalisation: Retailers blazing a trail on the customer journey
Retailers all over the world are taking a more personal approach to their customers in a bid to stand out from the crowd.
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NewsSports Direct investors revolt against chairman Hellawell’s re-election
Sports Direct shareholders have voted against the reappointment of chairman Keith Hellawell to the board at a fiery AGM.
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AnalysisIn numbers: John Lewis opens Magna Park warehouse extension
John Lewis opened its new distribution facilities yesterday, which is set to take its industry-leading fulfilment offer to a new level.
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NewsAmazon launches bursary to help women fulfill career ambitions
Etail giant Amazon has launched a bursary today to help young women from less advantaged backgrounds fulfill their career ambitions.
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NewsSteinhoff's purchase of Poundland gets the go-ahead from shareholders
Poundland shareholders voted in favour of Steinhoff’s acquisition of the value retailer, giving the go-ahead to a deal worth more than £610m.
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NewsTesco extends Scan as you Shop tech with store rollout and ad campaign
Tesco is rolling out its handheld scanning devices to a further 20 stores in an effort to drive in-store efficiency for its shoppers.
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NewsAsda full-year profits rise but sales slump amid fierce competition
Asda posted a jump in pre-tax profits last year despite suffering tumbling sales amid fierce competition within the grocery sector.
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NewsPeople moves: Wilko and Morrisons new hires and all the August moves
Wilko appoints Anthony Houghton as its retail director and Morrisons snaps up Barry Williams as its trading director for ambient.
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AnalysisAs it happened: Sports Direct's AGM - relive a day of drama
Sports Direct hosted shareholders, media and members of the public at its headquarters today for its AGM and tour of its warehouse.
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NewsAmazon piles more pressure on grocers by launching restaurant deliveries
Amazon has increased pressure on grocery retailers by launching free one-hour restaurant deliveries to Prime members in London.
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NewsFashion retailer Joules sales and profits soar after floating on AIM
Joules has unveiled a 41.5% increase in its full-year pre-tax profit in what it has described as a “transformational year”.
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NewsBHS customers’ personal records snapped up by new owner Al Mana
BHS customers’ personal data has been purchased by Qatari conglomerate Al Mana Group, as part of its deal to buy the BHS international brand.
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NewsSports Direct issues profit warning as chairman's resignation rejected
Sports Direct issued a profit warning on the day of its AGM as it emerged that under pressure chairman Keith Hellawell tendered his resignation.
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NewsJohn Lewis to speed up fulfilment with new distribution centres
John Lewis has opened two new distribution centres costing £150m to bolster its omnichannel strategy and streamline fulfilment.