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NewsJohn Lewis post-Christmas sales soar 23% but Waitrose slips 2.5%
John Lewis has reported a strong start to the New Year, with sales surging 23% in the week to January 2 – however Waitrose saw sales dip 2.5%.
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CartoonBlower’s retail cartoon: Jacqueline Gold awarded New Year’s Honours
Retail Week cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on Ann Summers chief executive Jacqueline Gold receiving a CBE in the New Year’s Honours.
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AnalysisConsumer 2016: How shifting demographics will change the shape of retail
The population is changing in age, ethnic mix and household size, and these demographic shifts have significant implications for retailers.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Co-op, Morrisons and Apple
Retail news round-up on January 8, 2016: Co-op faces malpractice allegations, Apple's retail boss scoops a whopping $25.8m and Morrisons' creative account.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How to increase social media conversions
How can retailers increase conversions on social media?
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NewsBoots gets boost from online as first-quarter sales rise
Boots has revealed a slight lift in sales in its first quarter driven by an 11.2% jump in online sales.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How will Steve Rowe turn M&S's fashion fortunes around?
Incoming M&S boss Steve Rowe has his work cut out for him, despite racking up around a quarter of a century at the retail stalwart.
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NewsDunelm’s Will Adderley takes 5% stake in French Connection
Dunelm Group founding family member Will Adderley has taken a 5.16% stake in French Connection through his investment vehicle WA Capital.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What next for Marc Bolland as he prepares to leave M&S?
After revealing plans to exit Marks & Spencer in April, what does the future have in store for chief executive Marc Bolland?
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NewsSocial media advertising gains popularity but still disruptive, says Mintel
While social media users are increasingly likely to engage with advertising many still consider it distracting, research from Mintel shows.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Marc Bolland's successes and failures as M&S boss
Marc Bolland is stepping down as boss of M&S in April after six years at the helm. Retail Week looks back at his key milestones.
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NewsMasterCard and Samsung partner on connected fridge grocery app
MasterCard and Samsung have partnered on an integrated app that will enable customers to buy groceries directly from their refrigerators.
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AnalysisPeople moves: Butterwick to join Karen Millen and all the moves in December
Beth Butterwick swaps Bonmarché for Karen Millen and it’s the end of an era for Tesco as Jill Easterbrook and Judith Nelson depart.
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NewsFashion etailer Atterley goes into administration and stops trading
Atterley, the fashion etailer backed by former Tesco boss Sir Terry Leahy, has been put into administration and has stopped trading.
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VideoWatch: Day of drama at M&S as Marc Bolland announces departure
With Marc Bolland leaving Marks & Spencer in April, we examine his impact and the journey taken by Steve Rowe from shopfloor to chief exec.
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NewsBlue Inc plans to close a quarter of shops amid changing retail landscape
Fashion retailer Blue Inc is to shut a quarter of its stores as it seeks to focus on growth areas including online and international.
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OpinionNick Bubb's verdict: John Lewis, Next and M&S – the good, bad and ugly?
Having heard high street stalwarts John Lewis, Next and M&S report since Christmas, what lessons can be learnt about retailing trends?
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NewsPoundland boss admits disappointment over Christmas trading
Poundland boss Jim McCarthy has admitted he is “disappointed” by Christmas trading and said the threat of terrorism may have deterred shoppers.
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OpinionOpinion: Former Saturday boy Rowe should make a good M&S CEO. Here’s why
Some might criticise him as a ‘lifer’ but Steve Rowe’s visceral connection to Marks & Spencer will be a big plus for the chief executive role.
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AnalysisProfile: New Marks & Spencer chief executive Steve Rowe
New Marks & Spencer boss Steve Rowe is used to life on the frontline having been with the retailer for most of the last 26 years.