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NewsBluewater extension plans submitted
Plans to extend Bluewater shopping centre by 330,000 sq ft are moving forward after owner Lend Lease submitted the planning application today.
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NewsJessops launches mobile e-gift card service
Photography retailer Jessops has launched an e-gift card service that allows shoppers to redeem vouchers in store via their mobile device.
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NewsB&Q trials banking scheme for tradesmen
B&Q is trialing a Government-led scheme to become a bank for small tradesman.
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NewsKingfisher ramps up eco agenda and ups home design advice
DIY giant Kingfisher is to ramp up its eco agenda and give more attention to helping shoppers visualise how to do up their homes after carrying out a European home survey on 15,000 households.
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NewsRose becomes chair of fashion recommendation site
Former Marks & Spencer boss Sir Stuart Rose has become chairman of online fashion recommendation service Dressipi.
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NewsBrightHouse sales up ahead of etail push
Weekly payment electricals and furniture retailer BrightHouse has recorded strong growth in its first half as it prepares to launch an ecommerce offering.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales up 9.3% as online steals the show
John Lewis sales jumped 9.3% to £124m in the week to December 1 as online “stole the show”.
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Barnes & Noble reports revenue decrease
Bookseller Barnes & Noble reported revenue fell 0.4% to $1.9bn (£1.18bn) in its second quarter to October 27.The retailer recorded a net profit of $2m (£1.2m) against a net loss of $7m (£4.4m) in the same period last year.Retail sales from Barnes & Noble stores and BN.com fell 3% to ...
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Monoprix appoints new chairman and chief executive
Casino-owned variety store group Monoprix has appointed Casino chief executive Jean-Charles Naouri as chairman and chief executive, replacing Philippe Houzé.The hire follows Casino’s acquisition of the 50% stake in Monoprix previously held by Galeries Lafayette. The deal is expected to be approved by the French Competition Authority next year.
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Walmart announces plans to enter cash and carry market
Walmart has announced plans to enter the cash and carry business with the launch of membership fascia Central Mayorista.The first store, boasting a sales area of 37,700 sq ft, is scheduled to open in Puente Alto, Santiago, in the first quarter of next year.Central Mayorista will be aimed at retailers, ...
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NewsAnalysis: Store revamps and transactional website help Fenwick regain momentum
Family owned retailer Fenwick may be one of the most low-profile department store groups in the UK, but it is one of the most profitable.
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NewsSainsbury’s ads light up the festive season
Sainsbury’s has turned the Christmas task of testing the tree lights into part of its ad campaign this festive season.
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NewsAurum sold to US private equity firm Apollo as Don McCarthy exits
Goldsmiths owner Aurum has been sold to US private equity house Apollo as chairman Don McCarthy steps down.
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NewsThe Stig drives into Tesco Extra
The Stig might have a hidden identity but he revealed an insight into his shopping habits last week.
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NewsDebenhams aims for single customer view
Debenhams is taking a single view of its customers to help it better target shoppers.
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NewsBoots extends ten year IT deal
Boots has extended its 10-year strategic partnership with IT services provider Steria.
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NewsJacques Vert names new chief executive
Jacques Vert has hired Disney Stores boss Teresa Tideman as its chief executive.
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NewsLloydspharmacy to rebrand as new trial stores launched
Lloydspharmacy is rebranding to create an aligned European pharmacy chain and moving to a more service-led offer as it aims to bolster its brand with new high quality products, and the cutting edge technology.
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NewsHamleys profits advance after global drive
Pre-tax profits at iconic toy retailer Hamleys soared 283% to £2.3m last year, driven by sales growth at its newly refurbished Regent Street flagship and expansion of its international franchise operations.
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NewsUS investor takes 25% stake in Topshop and Topman
Arcadia has confirmed the sale of a 25% stake in the £2bn Topshop and Topman business to US private equity firm Leonard Green & Partners.