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NewsBarratts battles for survival amid cash flow crisis
Shoe retailer Barratts is on the verge of collapse after suffering a cash flow crisis less than two years after falling into administration.
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NewsB&M Bargains mulls stock market flotation
Value retailer B&M is mulling a float on the stock market next year as the fast-growing business targets further growth.
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NewsBHS attracts the attention of billionaire Christo Wiese
South African billionaire Christo Wiese is considering a bid for BHS as he looks to enter the UK with the help of former Asda boss Andy Bond.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, Marks & Spencer and Asda
Retail news round-up October 28, 2013: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Helena Bonham Carter to star in M&S Christmas ad; Tesco plans click-and-collect in Thailand and Sainsbury’s overtakes Asda.
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NewsIs Kingfisher's group chief executive Ian Cheshire running to become Prime Minister
Is Kingfisher group chief executive Ian Cheshire, pictured at the head of the table next to entrepreneur and angel investor Dale Murray in a Westminster Cabinet meeting, in the middle of a career change?
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NewsRakuten’s Play.com aims to launch online presence for 200 high streets
A consortium of high street and retail experts, backed by Rakuten’s Play.com, is aiming to launch an online presence for 200 high streets.
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NewsAmazon posts third-quarter sales surge after latest Kindle launch
Online giant Amazon has posted a 24% sales surge in its third quarter, when it also made a net loss of $41m (£25.3m).
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NewsMike Ashley reduces Sports Direct stake in £106m share sale
Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has sold a 2.7% stake in the retailer worth £106m just eight months after pledging not to sell any shares for a year.
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NewsMcKesson strikes $8.3bn deal for Lloydspharmacy owner Celesio
Lloydspharmacy owner Celesio has been acquired by US drug wholesaler McKesson for $8.3bn (£5.12bn) including debt.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis reports strongest week of second half
John Lewis enjoyed its strongest week of the second half, which began on July 28, last week as sales rose 8.4% on last year.
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NewsJohn Lewis knits up some natur-wool fruit
People are told to get their five-a-day to stay healthy but there are certainly no vitamins in this fruit bowl on display at John Lewis Oxford Street.
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NewsWaitrose rolls out click-and-collect roll service for John Lewis products
Waitrose has stepped up the roll out of its click-and-collect service for John Lewis online orders ahead of the crucial festive season.
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NewsRetail sales for the next six months predicted to jump above historical average
Retail sales in the next six months are expected to perform significantly better than the 10-year average in signs that the sector is recovering.
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NewsAlliance Boots' independent pharmacy aims to become a 'household name'
Alliance Boots’ Alphega Pharmacy chain is targeting UK and overseas growth as it aims to become a “household name”.
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NewsDebenhams brand mix to move more upmarket after Oxford Street revamp
Debenhams is looking to bring more upmarket brands into its business on the back of its £25m Oxford Street redevelopment.
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NewsDr Martens bought for £300m by private equity firm Permira
Footwear brand and retailer Dr Martens has been acquired by an investment vehicle backed by private equity firm Permira Funds for £300m.
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NewsTopshop opens in Paris' Galeries Lafayette
Topshop is to open in France today with a concession in the upmarket Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris.
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NewsPrimark to extend compensation for victims of Bangladesh factory tragedy
Primark plans to extend compensation for victims and their families affected by the Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh in April that killed more than 1,100 people.
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NewsAsos boss Nick Robertson gives away £2.8m to staff
Asos founder and chief executive Nick Robertson has awarded staff £2.8m in a special bonus which he is covering personally, Retail Week has learned.
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NewsDebenhams full-year profits fall 2.7% as it remains 'cautious' of recovery
Debenhams revealed a profit fall in its full-year figures as it remains “cautious” for the year ahead.