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AnalysisOffice specialists seek to reinvent themselves
Few retail channels have suffered as much in recent years (well, possibly with the exception of the entertainment players focused on music and books) as the office specialists.
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AnalysisMultichannel Now: Executive Summary
Retail Week brings you highlights of our second definitive report into the state of multichannel retailing in the UK.
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AnalysisCampaign of the Week: Majestic Wine Come and explore
Majestic Wine has been one of retail’s success stories of late and its first TV ad campaign launched last week helps to show why.
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AnalysisColin Graves
He may have sold Costcutter, but that doesn’t mean its founder is taking it easy and stepping back from the business. Alex Lawson reports.
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OpinionDIY innovation pays dividends
Kingfisher’s programme of self-help has paid dividends, and not just to its shareholders.
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OpinionCan Somerfield acquisition reverse The Co-op's fortunes?
The Co-operative Group greatly increased its food retailing scale by acquiring Somerfield, hot on the heels of merging with the United Co-op.
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OpinionRetail surgery: Can I make more money by cutting margins and increasing market share?
We are a specialist retailer that is in a growing market. Will we make more money by cutting our margins to grab market share?
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OpinionRetail surgery: Can retailers be liable for rent on leases sold some years ago?
Can a retailer be liable for rent on a lease they sold in 1993 – the current tenant is in administration?
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OpinionRetail needs a break from the politicians
When is a plastic bag not just any old plastic bag? The answer apparently is when its purpose is to protect what’s inside rather than simply to carry stuff home.
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OpinionTough times in retailing create opportunities
The pressure is on, but when the going gets tough the tough get going, says Lord Kirkham.
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OpinionRetailers must engage their customers as individuals
In a highly competitive marketplace, retailers need to differentiate themselves and stand out from their competitors.
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NewsIndian cabinet approves foreign investment in retail
The Indian government has cleared the way to allow multinational retailers including Tesco, Carrefour and Walmart to enter its retail market.
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NewsFlat sales at John Lewis this week as shoppers prepare for Christmas
Sales at John Lewis were flat this week as customers bought up toys and gift wrap and finally begun to prepare for the cold weather.
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NewsMorrisons head of brand strategy departs
Morrisons head of brand strategy Danny Micklethwaite has left the grocer after just five months.
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NewsVideo: EBay launches app to tempt TV fans to shop while they watch
EBay has unveiled a new function to its iPad app in the US to allow users to shop the marketplace for items related to what they are watching on TV. The marketplace will launch it in the UK if it proves successful.
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NewsGilt takes golden UK opportunity
US private Sale giant Gilt is making a play for the UK market, which it believes will be its top performing overseas territory as it launches international shipping.
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NewsVideo: Halfords launches Christmas TV ad
Halfords is pushing cycle sales with an emotive Christmas TV ad in a move away from its traditionally price and value focused campaigns.
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NewsMega Monday sparks battle for festive spend
Retailers have kick-started the race for online Christmas spend this week with a raft of offers as they capitalise on Mega Monday, traditionally the busiest day of the year for etailers.
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NewsUS expansion top priority for etailer Very
Shop Direct-owned fashion etailer Very.co.uk has pushed the button on its international launch and expects that overseas business will be bigger than its domestic business in the next five to 10 years.