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AnalysisAnalysis: Ann Summers' new ad campaign
Ann Summers’ hilariously raunchy ‘Christmas for Grown Ups’ advert was a welcome relief during December’s barrage of festive sentimentality, but Valentine’s Day might be an even better opportunity for the retailer to capitalise on the surge in interest in saucy products following last year’s ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ phenomenon.
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NewsSuperGroup eyes digital growth as it invests in "world class" website
SuperGroup, owner of trendy young fashion chain Superdry, is gearing up for a digital push in the next six months as it aims to boost its online sales.
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NewsBoost to the ‘bottom line’ at Ann Summers
Ann Summers has taken its first steps into the world of cosmetic surgery, offering “breakthrough” bottom lifts to its customers.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Ocado hits customer acquisition trail
Ocado surprised the market with narrowed pre-tax losses in unveiling its full-year results today. Retail Week studies what the figures indicate and discusses them with chief executive Tim Steiner.
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OpinionComment: Online grocery is a high stakes gamble
Ocado’s full year results demonstrate the two key features of internet grocery retailing – excellent growth and the difficulty in making a profit.
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NewsHMV to shut 66 loss-making stores
HMV’s administrator will close 66 stores over the next one to two months, putting 930 jobs on the line.
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NewsGovernment develops forum to boost struggling high streets
The Government is establishing a national Future High Streets Forum, co-chaired by Alliance Boots health and beauty chief executive Alex Gourlay, to develop the work done by the Portas Pilots.
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NewsLike-for-like sales rocket at fashion specialist SuperGroup
SuperGroup, owner of the Superdry brand, generated a retail like-for-like sales rise of 10.6% in its third quarter, as shoppers snapped up products such as jackets and knitwear.
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NewsBurberry appoints former BBC boss as chief operating officer
Burberry has appointed former boss of BBC Worldwide John Smith as its chief operating officer, in a new role for the luxury brand as it bolsters its multichannel capabilities.
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NewsTheo Paphitis leaves Dragons' Den TV role to focus on retail
Theo Paphitis, owner of the Ryman stationery shops and star of Dragons’ Den, has decided to leave the BBC TV series to concentrate on his growing retail businesses.
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NewsTroubled Store Twenty One pleads for urgent rent relief
Troubled fashion retailer Store Twenty One has written to its landlords asking for an immediate cut in rent, warning that without help it faces liquidation.
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NewsOcado EBITDA climbs as it seeks to accelerate growth
Online grocer Ocado delivered a 23.9% surge in EBITDA to £34.5m last year as it generated double-digit sales growth after making improvements to its core offer.
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NewsOcado to double non-food range after dedicated warehouse opens
Ocado is poised to double its non-food SKU count by the end of the year as the online grocer bids to diversify its range and poach shoppers from rivals.
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NewsMorrisons boss Dalton Philips vows to ‘fight hard’ to win back spend
Morrisons chief executive Dalton Philips has issued a rallying cry to staff to “fight hard” in a bid to get the beleaguered grocer back on track.
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Thai retailer CP All outlines growth plans
Thai retailer CP All has outlined growth plans for its domestic and overseas markets. It plans to boost investment and expand its 7-Eleven convenience store chain to China and neighbouring countries.In Thailand, CP All intends to spend between Bt6bn and Bt6.5bn (£128.1m to £138.7m) this year opening 500 to 550 ...
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Austrian Federal Competition Authority raids Spar headquarters
Spar Austria’s headquarters in Salzburg have been raided by the Austrian Federal Competition Authority.According to the retailer, the investigation is targeting the purchasing department.Spar Austria spokeswoman Nicole Berkmann said the grocer was co-operating with the authorities and expects a quick and smooth resolution.Last year, the authorities searched competitor Rewe Group ...
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Auchan to open hybrid drive-thru supermarket
Auchan is to open its hybrid drive-thru supermarket, Multifrais, in Villeparisis, Paris. The 14,300 sq ft store will be beside a motorway, close to a recently opened Auchan Drive, and will focus on fresh and gourmet food.Four food corners will be dedicated to meat, alongside a wine cellar, but the ...
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NewsAsda to capitalise on onesie craze with bunny-themed Valentine’s ‘twosie’
Asda has launched a Valentine’s Day bunny-themed twosie that it hopes will stimulate a sales hop.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Westfield and Hammerson help restore Croydon’s standing in retail
After months of standoff, property developers Westfield and Hammerson have agreed to work together to develop Croydon town centre. Caroline Parry finds out about their plans.
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OpinionComment: Angela Spindler is a welcome addition at N Brown
Angela Spindler was a surprise, but welcome, choice to become new chief executive of home shopping group
N Brown.