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NewsCath Kidston losses widen amid 'substantial investment' in Asian expansion
Cath Kidston’s full-year losses have widened to £14.2m despite soaring international sales as it continues its expansion in Asia.
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NewsAsda boss Clarke: Shunning Black Friday one of best decisions we've made
Asda chief executive Andy Clarke said steering clear of Black Friday was one of the best decisions the grocer has made all year.
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NewsFrench DIY retailer Leroy Merlin eyes Homebase takeover
French DIY group Leroy Merlin, which has stores across 12 countries, is mulling a bid for Homebase, it is understood.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on business rates, Tesco, Homebase and more
Retail news round-up on December 7, 2015: High street to see hike in rates bill, Findel investors fear business closure and plastic bags usage down at Tesco.
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NewsAnn Summers to launch 'Rabbit' dating app as it bounces back to black
Ann Summers is launching a dating app next month as the retailer looks to capitalise on its high proportion of single customers.
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NewsHouseology.com seeks £1m investment through crowdfunding
Luxury homeware etailer Houseology is working with crowdfunding platform Seedrs.com to allow members of the public to invest.
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NewsBlack Friday spend spreads as retailers run extended promotional periods
includeRetailers’ plans to avoid a pinch point on Black Friday paid off as MasterCard data showed strong sales ahead of the event.
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NewsThe Hut Group launches brand integrated app competition for students
Online retailer The Hut is running a Game of Code competition for students to build an app to be integrated into one of its brands.
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NewsDecathlon rolls out RFID anti-theft technology to 400 stores
Decathlon has partnered with merchandise availability supplier Checkpoint Systems to extend RFID technology across its stores.
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NewsTesco showcases Christmas offer with largest in-store tasting campaign
Tesco has launched its biggest ever product tasting campaign to highlight its Christmas food offer at 600 of its stores.
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NewsAlibaba appoints Germany and France heads as it ups European focus
Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba has appointed bosses to run its operations in Germany and France as it continues to eye expansion in Europe.
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NewsHigh street sales slump 4.3% in November after Black Friday 'damp squib'
High street sales slumped 4.3% in November after the ‘damp squib’ of Black Friday saw footfall tumble while trade shifted online.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis reports biggest-ever sales week over Black Friday
Department store John Lewis reported its biggest ever sales week last week as Black Friday promotions pushed revenues up 4.8%.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on John Lewis and Asos
Retail news round-up on December 4, 2015: Black Friday spurs weekly sales at John Lewis and almost 17% Asos investors oppose pay policy.
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NewsJD Sports revises up full-year profit forecast after strong trading
JD Sports Fashion has said it expects full-year profits to beat forecasts after “relatively strong” trading since the summer.
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NewsBooker Group shakes up roles as operations director retires
Booker Group has revealed plans for a management reshuffle as its operations director steps down after 10 years in the role.
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NewsArgos apologises as shoppers complain about Black Friday delivery delays
Argos has apologised after some customers suffered problems with home delivery and making contact with its customer service teams following Black Friday.
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NewsBlack Friday online spend using Visa soars 25% as store transactions fall
Visa has reported online spending on Black Friday soared 25%, while store sales was slightly down.
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NewsFood waste reduction start-up Olio eyes supermarket partnership
An app connecting people and retailers to prevent food wastage launched across London today, with plans for UK and international expansion in 2016.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Sports Direct and Argos
Retail news round-up on December 3, 2015: Mike Ashley's plan to get a director on Findel board set to be opposed, and Argos sorry for late Black Friday deliveries.