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NewsBlockbuster stores shuttered as hopes for buyer fade
Blockbuster is set to disappear from high streets as administrators for the collapsed chain struggle to find a buyer.
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NewsJD Sports posts third-quarter like-for-like sales rise
JD Sports Fashion has recorded a rise in third-quarter like-for-like sales across its fashion and sportswear fascias.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Blockbuster, Tesco and Ao.com
Retail news round-up November 29, 2013: Blockbuster to close a further 30 stores, Tesco accused of supplier squeeze and Ao.com sales surge after broadening range.
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NewsAo.com enjoys strong sales as it broadens range
Ao.com has created a “double-digit” million-pound business by adding small appliances such as vacuum cleaners and coffee machines to its website.
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NewsDelivery provider MetaPack attracts £20m investment
Delivery provider MetaPack has received a £20m investment from venture capital firm Index Ventures.
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NewsBlack Friday dawns as festive spending begins
An online shopping frenzy is expected to start on Black Friday and run into next week, resulting in record etail sales.
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NewsA-wear appoints receiver and warns store closures are 'inevitable'
Fashion retailer A-wear has appointed Kavanagh Fennell as receiver after it failed to exit examinership.
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NewsVideo: Asda teases shoppers with Black Friday TV advert
Asda has marketed Black Friday in the UK for the first time as it aims to entice shoppers with low price deals for electricals in store tomorrow.
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NewsIceland launches white goods site in tie-up with AO.com owner DRL
Iceland Foods has begun selling white goods online through a partnership with AO.com owner DRL.
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NewsPoundland opens 500th store as expansion continues
Value retailer Poundland has opened its 500th store in Birmingham today as its expansion continues.
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NewsAlliance Boots accused of ‘avoidance of tax’
Alliance Boots has been accused of breaking disclosure and taxation guidelines set by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development.
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NewsBurberry's faces legal wrangle over signature check design in China
Burberry has appealed against a decision by the China Trademark Office to cancel trademark protection for its distinctive tartan pattern for leather goods in the country.
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NewsKingfisher profits rise in third quarter as Screwfix sales soar
DIY group Kingfisher’s retail profits edged up 1.7% in constant currency to £271m in its third quarter as like-for-likes increased 1.4%.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Kingfisher, Alliance Boots, Clintons and Next
Retail news round-up November 28, 2013: Kingfisher profits advance in third quarter, Alliance Boots accused of ‘avoidance of tax’ and Alliance Boots accused of ‘avoidance of tax’.
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NewsClintons records £5.6m profit under new ownership
Clintons generated pre-tax profits of £5.6m in the first eight months under its new ownership.
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News99p Stores considers property restructure to address loss-making stores
99p Stores aims to restructure parts of its property portfolio after facing difficulties in its Family Bargains business.
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NewsThe Co-op to start online grocery pilot this week
The Co-operative Food has taken its first steps into online grocery with the launch of a click-and-collect service.
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NewsShoppers flock to Clerys over re-opening weekend
Shoppers flocked to famous Irish department store Clerys when it reopened after suffering a disastrous flood in July.
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NewsConvenience store giant McColl's eyes float
Convenience store giant McColl’s is the latest retailer to eye a float on the stock market, Retail Week has learned.
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NewsMorrisons appoints former eBay director as first digital marketing boss
Morrisons has hired a digital big-hitter to propel the marketing of its online grocery which launches in January.