All Property articles – Page 115
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AnalysisMorrisons’ turnaround strategy: David Potts’ six-point plan
Morrisons first-half results revealed a devastating 35% slump in profits, but chief executive David Potts today outlined a turnaround plan.
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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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NewsJohn Lewis Partnership suffers profits hit in 'difficult' market
John Lewis Partnership said it has reported a “solid first half in a difficult market” as profits came under pressure at department stores.
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GalleryIn pictures: First look at Primark’s Boston store as it launches in the US
Value fashion powerhouse Primark opens its doors in Boston tomorrow, the first step in an ambitious expansion push in the US.
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NewsThe Entertainer accelerates store roll-out as profits and sales surge
The Entertainer is upping its store expansion plans after full-year sales and profits rocketed in a gangbuster year for toys.
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NewsMarks & Spencer reveals it will slowdown its international ambitions
M&S has admitted it will not meet its target to open 250 stores by 2017 as a result of the Middle East crisis and economic woes in China.
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OpinionHow retailers can avoid ‘predator' landlords’ cunning use of break clauses
To avoid falling prey to difficult landlords, tenants need to understand their break clauses and do exactly what is required of them.
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NewsPrimark's 'buzzy' stores will ensure it is a US hit, says finance chief
Primark’s finance chief says it will win in the competitive US market because of its superior customer experience and “buzzy” stores.
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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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NewsPrimark sales to jump 13% on back of aggressive store expansion
Primark expects sales to jump 13% for the year after a significant store expansion, while like-for-likes were impacted by the warm autumn.
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NewsBeaverbrooks full-year sales boosted by luxury watch demand
Beaverbrooks has reported a return to the black, thanks to an upturn in demand for luxury watches and a continued revamp of its store estate.
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GalleryStore gallery: Next's out-of-town offer sets a standard for big-box retail
Next’s interpretation of big-box retailing on the Longwater retail park in Norwich shows edge-of-town development at its best.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Original Factory Shop's quest to become the UK's best-loved retailer
The Original Factory Shop chief executive Tony Page has lofty ambitions for a retailer that he has dubbed a “well-kept secret”.
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OpinionComment: Are Tesco stores any better than they were?
It’s been a year since Tesco boss Dave Lewis instigated a store revamp programme at the grocer. Has it paid dividends?
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AnalysisTesco under Lewis: In-store standards are showing much-needed improvement
As the retail world circles, it’s now nearly a year since ‘Drastic Dave’ arrived at Tesco – and two years since Watford Extra reopened.
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NewsHigh streets suffer bank holiday washout as shoppers turn to retail parks
High streets suffered a bank holiday washout as heavy rain drove customers into shopping centres and retail parks during the extended weekend.
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AnalysisTesco under Lewis: A 'make or break' year looms large for the grocer’s boss
To say Dave Lewis has been on the proverbial rollercoaster ride since taking the Tesco hot seat a year ago would be an understatement.
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NewsAustralian accessories retailer Lovisa aims for sparkling UK debut
Australian value fashion accessories retailer Lovisa is plotting its first UK stores ahead of the peak Christmas trading period.
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NewsMarks & Spencer to justify higher hospital prices at meeting with Labour MP
Marks & Spencer will meet with health select committee member Paula Sherriff to explain the high prices it charges at its hospital stores.
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OpinionFrom Sunday hours to business rates, retailers must make their voices heard
What’s the point of having leaders if they don’t lead? Our Government has not solved the problems facing the industry so bosses must speak up.