All News articles – Page 616
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NewsIceland profits climb as strategic initiatives bear fruit
Iceland has posted a rise in full-year sales and profits as its business improvement programme delivered results.
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NewsTesco investor warns grocer over Booker deal
The boss of Tesco investor Artisan Partners has claimed he has not spoken to a single investor who backs the grocer’s proposed tie-up with wholesaler Booker.
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NewsJacques Vert owner sold to Tillman-backed consortium
Jacques Vert-owner Style Group Brands, has been rescued by a new owner – a subsidiary of Calvetron Style Holdings Limited.
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NewsOcado strikes long-awaited international deal
Online grocer Ocado has signed up an unnamed European retailer to its smart platform technology.
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NewsProfits slide 16% at Topshop owner Arcadia
Profits at retail tycoon Sir Philip Green’s Arcadia business have fallen as the Topshop to Dorothy Perkins group confronted harsh trading conditions.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Tesco, Sainsbury’s and more
Retail news round-up: Tesco investors against the Booker merger; Fairtrade boss accuses Sainsbury’s of replacing it; and Leesa to launch new model in the UK.
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NewsToday in retail: M&S leads with sustainability pledge
A proliferation of M&S headlines last month told of the retailer’s continued fashion woes and recent appointments.
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NewsAgenda: AO.com, Joules and Shoezone, BRC May sales
Retail Week looks ahead to the next seven days, with the latest grocery market share data from Kantar and Nielsen on the agenda.
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NewsMarks & Spencer unveils new Plan A programme
Marks & Spencer has updated its Plan A sustainability targets as it seeks to help people live “happier, healthier lives”.
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NewsShop Direct private equity interest stalls
Some leading private-equity houses have decided against bidding for home shopping giant Shop Direct.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Shop Direct, high street and more
Retail news round-up: Buyout firms decide not to bid for Shop Direct; high-street fashion sales decline; and Yoox Net-a-Porter targeted by short-sellers.
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NewsToday in retail: Robot wars as Tesco takes on Amazon
Tesco is taking on Amazon’s delivery prowess using robots to fulfil grocery orders within an hour.
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NewsScS managing director Kevin Royal steps down
ScS managing director Kevin Royal is stepping down from his role after more than 35 years with the business.
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NewsSchuh reveals rising profits to beat footwear market
Schuh has revealed rising profits and sales in its full-year results, as it continues to press ahead with store expansion.
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NewsWaitrose lifted by hot weather as John Lewis sales slip
Waitrose sales were boosted by the hot weather last week, with customers snapping up fresh fruit and rosé wine to enjoy in the sun.
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NewsM&S stores sign up for hands-free shopping
M&S has partnered with West End shopping platform Dropit in two of its London stores, allowing customers to have their shopping picked up by courier.
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NewsPeople moves: M&S hires strategy director Melanie Smith
The Steve Rowe revolution at Marks & Spencer continues with the news that Melanie Smith has been hired as the retailer’s director of strategy.
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NewsFrench Connection investors issue Marks ultimatum
The bitter French Connection row has escalated further after one of the company’s biggest shareholders issued an ultimatum to its founder Stephen Marks.
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NewsTesco lays down gauntlet to Amazon with robot delivery
Tesco has laid down the gauntlet to technology giant Amazon after delivering a grocery order within an hour using a robot.
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NewsNext secures ex-Sainsbury’s store for Midlands flagship
Next has swooped on a former Sainsbury’s supermarket in the West Midlands as it prepares to launch one of its biggest UK stores.