All Property articles – Page 224
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NewsAnalysis: Robert Dyas looks for growth and efficiencies under new owner
The hardware retailer has a new owner and is now debt free but profit margins need to improve.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why American retailers are entering the UK
US retailers are increasingly crossing the pond to set up shop in this country. Alex Lawson examines the opportunities and pitfalls they face.
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NewsJ Crew secures first UK store on Regent Street
US fashion brand J Crew is on the verge of securing its first UK store on London’s Regent Street.
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NewsJohn Lewis gets green light for new Essex store
John Lewis has committed to anchoring the second phase of the Bond Street retail development in Chelmsford, Essex.
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AnalysisShop vacancy rate monitors: Who is right?
Different shop vacancy rate monitors help illustrate the state of the retail market but when data differs how does the market know which to believe?
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NewsWhite Rose Centre extension on the cards
Land Securities has submitted a planning application to extend the retail selling space of the White Rose Centre in Leeds.
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NewsBirmingham's Pallasades Shopping Centre to be renamed
The Pallasades Shopping Centre will be renamed the Grand Central Birmingham, as part of a £600m transformation of New Street railway station.
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NewsJeweller F Hinds warns rising vacancy rates could hit business
Jeweller F Hinds full year pre-tax profits dipped despite a sales jump as the retailer warned that rising vacancy rates posed a threat to its business.
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NewsJane Norman to shut London headquarters
Edinburgh Woollen Mill owned Jane Norman is to close its London head office and relocate to Cardiff, affecting around 40 staff.
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NewsLiverpool One attracts new retailers
Four new retailers are set to open stores in Liverpool One comprising 20,577 sq ft of retail space.
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NewsNew housing minister Mark Prisk set to take on Portas responsibilities
Former business minister Mark Prisk is set to take on responsibility for the Portas Review after being handed the new housing minister brief as part of the Prime Minister’s ministerial reshuffle.
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NewsWestfield London launches first prime-time TV ad
Westfield London is to launch its first prime-time TV ad to promote its fashion offer as part of its multi-million autumn/winter marketing campaign.
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NewsVision Express to open Oxford Street flagship
Vision Express will next month launch a new flagship store on Oxford Street which the optical retailer will use to trial new ranges and multichannel initiatives.
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NewsShop vacancy rate stands at 14.6%
The UK shop vacancy rate hit a 14.6% average in the first half of the year as consumer spending remained under pressure, online sales increased and retail space grew.
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GalleryIn pictures: John Lewis Exeter pop-up store
John Lewis has opened a two-floor pop-up store in Exeter ahead of the opening of a five-floor, 60,000 sq ft shop in six weeks’ time.
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NewsKurt Geiger to rein back UK stores as rents 'kill' retail
Kurt Geiger is to close stores and focus on international expansion amid spiralling costs in the UK.
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NewsKitchen specialist Harvey Jones on the expansion trail
Mid-to-upmarket kitchens specialist Harvey Jones is on the expansion trail as it lays out plans for 70 shops across the UK.
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NewsAquascutum seeking London flagship
Upscale fashion retailer Aquascutum aims to return to London’s West End and is seeking a flagship in the premier shopping district.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What Kate Swann brought to WHSmith
Kate Swann is to leave the WHSmith nest in 2013 after a successful nine years at the helm. She has led the retailer through the tough economic times with a familiar story of rising profits despite falling sales. Retail Week highlights some of the key elements of Swann’s strategy.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Auchan signs franchise deal to power growth in India
French grocer Auchan has signed a franchise agreement with Landmark Group (India)-owned Max Hypermarkets to develop hypermarkets in India.