More on Me + Em – Page 1793
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OpinionComment: The new Comet - same name, same problems
Despite Clive Coombes’ attempts to rescue Comet last year, his plan to return to the high street with 80 ‘Meridian Comet’ stores remains surprising.
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NewsTesco Finest to sponsor TV drama Downton Abbey
Tesco Finest is to tie-up with ITV’s flagship drama Downton Abbey, in its first TV sponsorship deal.
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OpinionComment: What the recent positive economic data says about a retail recovery
In recent weeks, our newspapers have been awash with positive indicators suggesting the difficult economic climate is starting to improve.
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OpinionComment: New Look enjoys a new lease of life
New Look was in the headlines this week after revealing plans to introduce concessions such as nail bars into its stores in order to increase shoppers’ dwell time.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales up 7.1% driven by mixed weather
John Lewis sales increased 7.1% to £65.07m last week as it benefited from the “continued mixed bag of weather that typifies a British summer”.
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NewsMatalan to launch new sports fascia Sporting Pro in September
Matalan is to launch its new sports fascia next month as it unveils plans to open 14 stores by December.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Matalan and Spar UK
Retail news round-up August 16, 2013: Matalan to launch new sports fascia Intersport Sporting Pro in September; Spar UK to revamp own brand drinks ranges
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NewsComet name to be revived with plans for 80-store chain
The Comet name is to return to the high street after entrepreneur Clive Coombes unveiled plans to launch a chain of new electricals stores.
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AnalysisMobile site review: Ikea Vs Heals
Matthew Maxwell, creative director at Sponge, shares his view of good and bad mobile sites.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: Littlewoods starts strong with first ad campaign for childrenswear brand
Littlewoods aims to bring Ladybird to a wider audience with its first ad campaign for the popular childrenswear brand.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How retailers are developing leaders for the future
As Kingfisher launches its Talent Marketplace scheme, Matthew Bell examines the skills needed by the next generation of retail bosses and the balance between promoting internally and looking outside the business
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OpinionComment: The lack of women in high-profile retail jobs needs to be addressed
The business landscape changes every day. But some aspects of industry show fewer signs of development - there is still a distinct lack of women in key roles.
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InterviewQ&A: Evans Cycles' chief financial officer Jonathan Blanchard on his retail career
Jonathan Blanchard, chief financial officer at Evans Cycles, speaks to Retail Week about his life working in retail.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Will Walmart acquire Hong Kong’s Park n Shop?
Hong Kong-based conglomerate AS Watson has confirmed it is conducting a strategic review of grocery retail business Park n Shop (PnS).
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the tax and legislative hurdles that come with trading in Europe?
What are the tax and legislative hurdles that come with trading in Europe?
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can I keep my brand away from unsuitable adverts in the media?
How can I keep my brand away from unsuitable adverts in the media?
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NewsRetailers could face a £300m business rates hike next year
Retailers could be hit with almost £300m in extra business rates next year, according to estimations from the British Retail Consortium (BRC).
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NewsGoogle Glass to revitalise role of store, says survey
Google Glass, the soon-to-be-launched wearable technology device, is set to revitalise the role of the store with its location-based promotions and in-store offers.
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NewsAsda hits back at Tesco Watford with big store vision
Asda chief executive Andy Clarke has hit back at Tesco’s vision of the future of big box grocery and revealed that brands will play an increasingly vital role in Asda stores.
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AnalysisAnalysis: July's retail trading performance in detail
The July sunshine drove retail sales to their biggest annual rise in two years. Retail Week digs a bit deeper into the data.