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NewsMorrisons online executive George Dymond quits weeks after joining
George Dymond, the former Coles executive who was brought into Morrisons to oversee its online operation, has resigned just weeks after joining the grocer.
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NewsCarpetright warns on profits as Netherlands business suffers
Floorings specialist Carpetright has flagged that full-year profits are expected to come in below expectations after its Dutch business continued to perform poorly.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Carpetright, Amazon and Morrisons
Retail news round-up on January 28, 2014: Carpetright profits to come in at lower end of expectations, Morrisons operations director quits weeks after joining and Amazon takes over £1 in every £4 spent on entertainment.
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NewsSainsbury's drops Twitter customer a line with fishy puns
Sainsbury’s delivered a masterclass in comedy customer service this month.
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OpinionComment: The Works CEO Kevin Keaney on how he changed his business model
The Works ensured merry Christmas trading by embracing change, says boss Kevin Keaney
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AnalysisPay and consumer spending: What do retailers need to know?
Government figures show a rise in pay but the Asda Income Tracker suggests that it is perhaps too soon for retailers to celebrate.
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AnalysisIn the spotlight: Convenience retailer McColl’s IPO
McColl’s today confirmed it plans to float on the London Stock Exchange by the end of February. Retail Week takes a look at the flotation plans.
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NewsOak Furniture Land hires two new directors as expansion continues
Furniture retailer Oak Furniture Land has made two director appointments as its store expansion continues apace.
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NewsWestfield London launches click-and-collect hub with fitting rooms
Westfield London has today launched a click-and-collect hub in partnership with Collect+ that will allow shoppers to pick up their online orders from the centre.
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OpinionComment: Beguiling service you will come back for
Retailers should take on the mantra “do unto others as you would have them do unto you” and sales will follow.
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NewsConsumer confidence falls for the first time in 12 months
Consumer confidence suffered a setback in the fourth quarter as sentiment fell for the first time in 12 months.
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NewsMothercare in talks to sell off Early Learning Centre at a cut price
Mother and baby specialist retailer Mothercare is in discussions to sell its pre-school business the Early Learning Centre (ELC).
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NewsMcColl's confirms intention to float
McColl’s has this morning confirmed plans of its intention to float on the London Stock Exchange.
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AnalysisRetailers and gyms: What do retailers need to know?
As JD Sports Fashion unveils its plan to launch a nationwide chain of gyms, Retail Week looks at the market.
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GalleryStore gallery: The best of New York’s stores
Retailers are taking inspiration from the Super Bowl to create eye-catching displays ahead of the sporting extravaganza. John Ryan reports on the latest store looks in New York City
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NewsShoppers left shopping until the last minute this Christmas...literally
The Christmas rush came late for many retailers last year, and some shoppers really did wait until the last minute to grab the perfect gift.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Mothercare, Lenta, M&S, Shop Direct and River Island
Retail news round-up on January 27, 2014: Mothercare to sell Early Learning Centre, Russian chain Lenta mulls London stock market float, M&S bolsters team with two hires from Inditex, Shop Direct to make £50m profit and River Island uses Maxymiser
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NewsPoundland founder Steve Smith to launch online pound shop
Poundland co-founder Steve Smith is to launch a trailblazing online single price point retail venture.
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OpinionComment: Amazon is winning the race in retail innovation
This week, Amazon revealed that it is developing a system to send items to shoppers before they have actually ordered them.
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NewsAsda Income Tracker: Family spending power rises
The average UK household had £158 a week of discretionary income in December 2013, up £2 a week year-on-year, Asda data has shown.