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NewsSainsbury’s workers to strike over attendance policy
Sainsbury’s workers at a distribution centre are set to walk out for the second time later this month over a dispute regarding attendance.
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NewsBurberry revenue rise driven by new product
Burberry has posted an increase in revenue for the first quarter and hailed the “excellent customer response” to some of its new product lines.
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AnalysisRetail property 2030: fewer shops, cheaper rents, indie anchors
As declining footfall, spiralling business rates and the ongoing penetration of ecommerce lead to a perfect storm for the shop, Retail Week looks at what the future holds for retail property.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Can M&S turn its fashion business around?
Marks & Spencer has parted ways with former fashion boss Jill McDonald after less than two years. Retail Week looks at what the retailer can do to turn its flagging fashion brand around.
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NewsWayfair set to open first UK pop-up showroom
Wayfair is opening a bricks-and-mortar pop-up store for one day to showcase its online offerings and give customers a sneak-peek at its Christmas 2019 range.
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OpinionRichard Hyman: Home is an expensive distraction for fashion retailers
As a throng of fashion retailers push into homewares, retail expert Richard Hyman argues they are chasing fool’s gold and should stick to the knitting.
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DataRetail weather: Wet to start but warm
The retail weather forecast from Saturday July 20 to Friday July 26, 2019
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NewsPets at Home buys into dog-walking service Tailster.com
Pets at Home has taken a stake in online pet-sitting service Tailster as it targets a bigger slice of a market said to be worth more than £1bn per year.
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NewsSports Direct delays full-year results
Sports Direct has delayed the filing of its full-year results due to the “complexities” sparked by its House of Fraser acquisition.
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NewsTravis Perkins accelerates Wickes disposal plans
Travis Perkins is ramping up plans to sell its Wickes DIY business and could offload the chain by the middle of next year.
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NewsAsos puts more jobs at risk amid Watford review
Asos has put more jobs at risk after kick-starting a review at its customer care facility in Watford.
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NewsMarks & Spencer poaches Topshop fashion boss
Marks & Spencer has poached Topshop fashion director Maddy Evans as it grapples to revive its clothing sales.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Six stores that Amazon can’t touch
Amazon may appear to be an unstoppable retail juggernaut steamrollering everything in its path, but there are some stores it still cannot touch because of their unique propositions.
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NewsUK retailers suffer ‘summer slump’ as footfall falls in June
UK retailers suffered a tough start to summer, as footfall dropped across high streets and shopping centres, though retail parks saw a marginal uptick.
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NewsAgenda: Sports Direct, AO.com and Watches of Switzerland update the market
Retail Week looks ahead to the next seven days with updates from Sports Direct, AO.com and Watches of Switzerland on the agenda.
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NewsJohn Lewis to unveil new menswear proposition
John Lewis & Partners is stepping up its menswear offer with new brands and a styling service.
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NewsUK to plough ahead with ‘Amazon tax’ despite US opposition
The UK government has confirmed plans to impose a digital services tax on technology giants such as Amazon and Facebook.
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NewsHobbycraft full-year profits surge as sales rise
Hobbycraft has posted a strong uplift in profits as the retailer’s sales increased thanks to smaller-format store and online revenue.