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OpinionComment: Digital is the new battlefield for the grocery sector
In breaking the £1bn barrier for digital sales, John Lewis has demonstrated 2013 will be a seminal year in its own development.
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OpinionComment: Value and ethics can coexist in the fashion industry
Figures released in May 2012 by Euromonitor International showed that of the UK’s top five clothing companies, four were value brands.
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InterviewInterview: Chris Bush’s plan to turn Tesco into a brand of choice
Despite the grocer suffering its first fall in profits for 20 years, its UK managing director is confident he can deliver on Philip Clarke’s plan to make it loved again.
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GalleryStore gallery: Grocer Tesco updates its convenience store offer
Tesco has revamped its Metro store near London Bridge to include a Harris + Hoole cafe and Euphorium Bakery.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers leverage big data and overcome loyalty card fatigue?
How can retailers leverage big data and overcome loyalty card fatigue?
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the best ways to gather customer feedback?
What are the best ways to gather customer feedback?
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OpinionBlog: Tesco's digital office needs to deliver true innovation
Tesco’s decision to open an office in London’s trendy Shoreditch in order to be part of the digital scene shows its commitment to become a digital leader.
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NewsFarmfoods reports profits rise despite sales dip
Frozen food specialist Farmfoods has reported a 10% increase in pre-tax profits to £27m despite a dip in turnover last year.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can large retailers be digitally versatile?
As Tesco opens a new office in Shoreditch, London to house a team of app developers, Retail Week asks how can multiple retailers harness the digital start-up mentality.
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NewsFormer Monsoon boss Peter Ridler exits Russian retailer
Peter Ridler, former Monsoon Accessorize boss, has returned to the UK after leaving Russian footwear retail giant CentrObuv after just six months.
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NewsAmazon tax petition handed to Downing Street
Amazon is under pressure to pay corporation tax as a petition, set up by independent bookshop owners, signed by 160,000 people was handed in to Number 10.
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NewsNon-food retailers look to cut staff during quarter
The only retailers intending to decrease staffing levels in the second quarter are in the non-food sector, as conditions remain tough outside of grocery.
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NewsMorrisons closes in on Ocado distribution deal
Morrisons is close to signing a distribution deal with online grocer Ocado in an attempt to kick-start its online assault.
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NewsTesco opens Shoreditch offices for mobile app development
Tesco has opened an office in London’s trendy Shoreditch to house a team of mobile app developers.
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Delhaize Group's takeover bid of C Market on hold
Belgium-based grocer Delhaize Group’s talks with the Serbian government regarding a takeover of the latter’s stake in C Market stores are on hold.The reason given was that the authorities are investigating C Market’s original flotation on the Belgrade Stock Exchange in 2005 as part of a review of the sale ...
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H&M moves closer to Indian debut
H&M is moving closer to its Indian debut.Having consulted the Indian government, the value fashion retail giant is likely to propose an initial investment of around INR700 crore (£85m) in the country. H&M said it would comply with the investment rules for single-brand retailing, including the mandatory 30% local sourcing, ...
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Discounter Sok to buy Spanish retailer Dia's Turkish business
Discounter Sok has reached an agreement to buy all of Spanish retailer Dia’s business in Turkey for TRY320m (£116.1m).The transaction is subject to the approval of Turkish antitrust authorities.
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NewsThe Entertainer launches 90-minute deliveries
The Entertainer has today launched 90-minute deliveries after it signed a deal with rapid delivery solutions provider Shutl.
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NewsDepartment store John Lewis puts services at heart of online offensive
Department store group John Lewis is to up the ante in the online battle with a push in services as it aims
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OpinionComment: Next Boss Wolfson’s bonus decision has wider implications
Next boss Lord Wolfson’s decision to share a £2.4m bonus with staff was not only eye-catching, it caught the mood of the times too.