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NewsM&S boss: I’m happy with health of the business, but still more to do
Marks & Spencer’s boss Marc Bolland believes it still has plenty to do as part of its turnaround, but said he is “enjoying” the challenge.
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NewsInterview: Charles Tyrwhitt founder Nick Wheeler on succeeding in menswear
Charles Tyrwhitt founder Nick Wheeler reveals his thoughts on the direction of the menswear retailer, service and men’s shopping habits.
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CartoonBlower’s retail cartoon: Marks & Spencer's first profit rise in four years
Retail Week cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on the 6.1% increase in Marks & Spencer’s full-year pre-tax profit.
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NewsWhatsApp considers allowing businesses to message users on app
Facebook-owned Whatsapp is considering allowing businesses to use its platform to contact users in a move that could open up new marketing channels to retailers.
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AnalysisAnimated analysis: Marks & Spencer's full-year results in numbers
Watch a quick guide to the most important numbers from Marks & Spencer’s full-year 2014/15 financial results.
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AnalysisWatch: The key takeaways from Marks & Spencer's full-year results
Marks & Spencer reported a rise in profits but general merchandise slipped; here is the key information from its results.
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OpinionBlog: Helping sports retailers achieve their supply chain goals
As the end of the football season approaches, sports retailers already need to consider their supply chains ready for next season.
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AnalysisM&S reports first profit rise in four years: What the analysts say
Marks & Spencer has reported its first profit rise in four years after a strong performance from its food business. Here is what the analysts say.
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NewsBurberry full-year profits rise but profit guidance for next year lowered
Burberry has posted a rise in underlying pre-tax profits but has lowered its profit guidance for next year due to foreign exchange movements.
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NewsMarks & Spencer profits grow but fashion remains challenging
Marks & Spencer has reported its first profit rise in four years but posted disappointing results in fashion, blaming the warm autumn.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Scotland, Walmart and Which?
Retail news round-up on May 20, 2015: Scottish retail sales down, Walmart’s first-quarter profits slump, Which? accuses grocers still misleading shoppers, and more.
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Video
Watch: HMV's long and winding road to recovery in 60 seconds
From administration to reporting a profit and expanding its estate, Short Cuts explores the ups and downs of HMV’s retail journey.
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OpinionMany retailers still only pay lip service to true customer service
Are customer at the heart of all you do? Lots of retailers have this in their mission statement but only pay lip service to it.
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NewsAlibaba launches QR-style codes to crackdown on sale of fake goods
Alibaba has launched QR-style codes that are designed to help prevent counterfeit goods being sold on its websites.
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NewsAustin Reed Group still has legs if it can nail online and multichannel, says analyst
Struggling retailer Austin Reed Group is expected to see some “green shoots” soon as it focuses on a turnaround, according to an analyst.
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InterviewInterview: Laura Ashley's Kaloyirou discusses the retailer's flower power
Retail Week speaks to Laura Ashley joint chief operating officer Nick Kaloyirou about the retailer’s journey and how it plans to continue growth.
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NewsAsda's Andy Clarke: Two more years of pain expected for big four
Asda boss Andy Clarke said he expects the “incredibly challenging” market to continue to decline for the big four for up to two more years.
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NewsCourt rules Next avoided £22.4m tax through artificial avoidance scheme
Next has been found guilty of avoiding £22.4m in tax after a court ruled a complex tax scheme it used was artificial tax avoidance.
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NewsWatch: What’s keeping supply chain directors up at night?
As we gear up for the fifth annual Supply Chain Summit, Retail Week reveals the major obstacles and opportunities facing supply chain bosses.
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NewsAsda first-quarter like-for-likes tumble 3.9% in tough market
Asda like-for-likes fell 3.9% in the first quarter but the grocer maintained it “remains a balanced, healthy sustainable business”.