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NewsBoden unveils store openings and multichannel ambitions as profits surge
Home shopping specialist Boden is planning to open stores as its profits surge and it prepares the way for a new chief executive.
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NewsJaeger boss Colin Henry quits the retailer two years into turnaround
Jaeger boss Colin Henry has quit the fashion retailer with immediate effect, two years after being drafted in to rejuvenate the business.
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NewsTM Lewin on hunt for new chairman after management buyout
TM Lewin is seeking a new chairman and other senior executives after high-profile departures following a management buyout.
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NewsPrimark, Alibaba and M&S win big at the World Retail Awards
The World Retail Awards took place last night and retailers from the British Isles led the way. Primark won alongside M&S and Missguided.
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VideoWatch: Remembering revered retail designer Rodney Fitch
The memorial service for Rodney Fitch was held this week. Some of the attendees shared their memories of the designer and his impact on retail.
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VideoThe Retail Week: The big themes from retail's 'Super Thursday' results day
Catch up on this week’s big retail stories with analysis from executive editor George MacDonald and content editor Nicola Harrison.
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OpinionNick Bubb's verdict: Getting excited about wage rates and debtor levels?
Following Next’s half-year results, many retail bosses would be energised by the subjects of retail wage rates and credit account trends.
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NewsDunelm injects more 'energy' into board ahead of next stage of growth
Dunelm is seeking to inject more “energy” into the business after overhauling the board ahead of its next period of growth.
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AnalysisPeople moves: Nick Robertson, Mike Shearwood and all the moves in August
All change across the retail sector as two fashion bosses step down from Asos and Karen Millen, and Fat Faces makes promotions.
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NewsDunelm reports profits rise and sets out growth ambitions
Homewares group Dunelm has posted a rise in full-year profits after a strategic overhaul and is in “better shape than ever” to grow.
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NewsMy Local to focus on localisation and logistics to succeed where Morrisons failed
New convenience chain My Local, born out of the ashes of Morrisons’ M Local arm, said its superior logistics, layout and truly ‘local’ proposition will ensure it succeeds where Morrisons failed.
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NewsJaeger chief exec Colin Henry poised to leave two years into turnaround
Jaeger chief executive Colin Henry poised to leave two years after being brought in to revive the fortunes of the fashion retailer.
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NewsJohn Lewis shakes up senior management team to put customer at its heart
Department store group John Lewis has reshaped its top team as it positions itself to power ahead in omnichannel retail and reflect changing shopper habits.
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NewsFormer Sainsbury's boss Justin King joins private equity firm Terra Firma
Former Sainsbury’s boss Justin King is to take on the role of vice-chairman at private equity group Terra Firma.
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NewsMike Ashley faces revolt from Sports Direct investor over his re-election
The re-election of Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley as the retailer’s executive deputy chairman will be voted against by Royal London Asset Management.
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NewsSofa.com appoints Vince Gunn as chief executive after Gareth Williams exit
Sofa.com has hired Vince Gunn from shoemaker Crocs as chief executive to replace the departing Gareth Williams.
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NewsDr Martens hires ex-Asda boss Paul Mason to replace outgoing chairman
Dr Martens has hired former Asda and Matalan boss Paul Mason as its non-executive chairman to replace David Suddens.
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AnalysisQ3 trading conditions survey: Share your views
As part of its Retail 2015 report, Retail Week is carrying out four sentiment analyses to gauge how retail chiefs’ views on trading shift throughout the year.
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AnalysisIn the news: Departing Karen Millen chief executive Mike Shearwood
Qualified optician Mike Shearwood finds himself looking at retail through a new lens today, following his shock exit from the fashion specialist.
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NewsRetail Diary: Asos founder Nick Robertson and the models
As well as a great business legacy, Asos founder and former chief executive Nick Robertson has left some memorable promotional pics.