More on Me + Em – Page 1650
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, the Co-operative Group and Dixons
Retail news round-up on March 26, 2014: Tesco considers bilingual self-service checkouts in Ireland; Co-op management urged to refuse retention payments; Dixons Ireland boss secures pay-off
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NewsTed Baker rolls out new IT system to support international growth
Ted Baker has signed a deal with Microsoft Dynamics AX to roll out new IT systems which are designed to support the brand’s global growth plans.
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NewsPotential partners already lining up for B&Q China, says Cheshire
Kingfisher boss Sir Ian Cheshire has said firms have already expressed interest in partnering with the group’s B&Q China business.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is Marks & Spencer’s latest starry ad enough to win back shoppers?
The photographer’s Annie Leibovitz. The models are a mix of successful, inspirational and well-known faces from actress Emma Thompson to Baroness Lawrence, the mother of murdered teenager Stephen.
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OpinionComment: Move fast and break things in innovation
During this month’s Retail Week Live I found myself mentally reciting Mark Zuckerberg’s favourite and famous slogan - “Move Fast & Break Things” as I encountered a never ending stream of innovation in the retail space.
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NewsAsda cuts 200 jobs at corporate office and George headquarters
Asda is to cut 150 jobs at its Leeds headquarters and 50 at the Lutterworth offices of its George fashion business.
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OpinionComment: Kingfisher must nail its UK offer to stay the market leader
While Kingfisher’s full-year results shows its UK business has bounced back, this growth was driven by its trade offer.
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GalleryIn pictures: Accessorize's Liverpool Street store refit
Monsoon Accessorize plans to refit 10 Accessorize stores this year as part of boss John Browett’s four-year strategy.
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Opinion
Comment: Top 8 Twitter-savvy retailers
Twitter celebrated its eighth birthday last week – so what does the future have in store for the social media “fad” that has taken over?
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NewsRetail sales growth slows in March but retailers forecast stronger April
Sales growth slowed in March but retailers expect Mother’s Day and Easter to give April sales a boost.
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NewsVisa grows V.me digital wallet scheme as payment providers sign up
Visa has partnered with 15 European payment service providers for its V.me digital wallet service as builds its digital wallet infrastructure.
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NewsHobbs launches in the US with Bloomingdale's tie-up
Hobbs has launched in the US after joining forces with department store group Bloomingdale’s.
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NewsUPDATED: Albemarle & Bond appoints PwC as administrator
Pawnbroker Albemarle & Bond has appointed PwC as its administrator after lenders rejected its rescue plan.
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NewsFebruary inflation falls to 1.7% as prices rises ease in fashion
Inflation fell to 1.7% in February from 1.9% in January after downward pressure from clothing, transport and energy bills.
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NewsMarks & Spencer's property and IT directors to exit in summer
Marks & Spencer’s longstanding property director, Clem Constantine, and IT director Darrell Stein are leaving the business.
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NewsTopps Tiles expects first-half profit leap of 70% after strong performance
Topps Tiles expects first-half underlying pre-tax profits to jump 70% to £8m after a strong sales performance.
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NewsKingfisher profits rise as it seeks strategic partner for B&Q China
DIY giant Kingfisher has reported a rise in full-year profits as it plots further overseas expansion and seeks a partner for its Chinese business.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on M&S, Phones4u, Co-op and Lidl
Retail news round-up on March 25, 2014: Two senior M&S executives to leave this summer, Phones4u owner BC Partners sound out Dixons executives for possible tie-up, Co-op unveils new £400m funding gap, Lidl appoints Sven Seidel as chief executive
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OpinionBlog: Westfield launches Snap Fashion site to inspire shoppers
Westfield has launched a microsite and free app called #editme. The property firm created the “style discovery trend hub” in collaboration with Snap Fashion, the search engine that uses images to search for products.
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NewsThe Entertainer posts record profit in 'momentous' year
The Entertainer has posted record full year sales and profits as the toy retailer pushes ahead with plans to expand in the UK and overseas.