All articles by Rosie Shepard – Page 32
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AnalysisWhy Asda, Ikea and Tesco are betting on a sustainable post-pandemic future
Over the last few months, a throng of retailers have made pledges and launched initiatives to become more sustainable. But is the middle of a global pandemic the right time to be making these bold claims?
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NewsHomebase seeks new owners to drive next phase of growth
Homebase owner Hilco has hoisted the ‘for sale’ sign as the home and DIY business eyes the next phase of its transformation.
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NewsNew Look completes financial restructuring
New Look has completed a major recapitalisation of its finances.
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NewsBRC unveils sustainability roadmap to hit net zero by 2040
The British Retail Consortium has launched its Climate Action Roadmap with the aim for the industry to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2040.
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VideoWatch: Kevin the Carrot returns for Aldi’s Christmas ad
Aldi’s 2020 Christmas ad brings the next instalment in the adventures of Kevin the Carrot.
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VideoWatch: Amazon’s emotional Christmas advert
Entitled ‘The show must go on’, Amazon’s Christmas campaign tells the story of a young dancer.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill falls into administration, 2,500 jobs at risk
Edinburgh Woollen Mill (EWM) has appointed administrators as the impact of the coronavirus pandemic hammers its business performance.
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NewsSuperdry boss anticipates post-lockdown rush as stores close
While Superdry recorded a loss for the first half, boss Julian Dunkerton believes December will see customers rushing back to stores if lockdown restrictions ease.
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NewsDunelm and DFS forced to close under new lockdown regulations
Under the new lockdown restrictions homewares retailers Dunelm and DFS stores are not counted as essential.
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NewsAsos bolsters top team with chief commercial officer
Asos has hired José Antonio Ramos Calamonte as its chief commercial officer as another new addition to its leadership team.
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VideoWatch: TK Maxx Christmas ad acknowledges ‘hard year’
TKMaxx’s Christmas ad encourages customers to buy gifts for everyone, even the goat, after a tough year for all.
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NewsZalando raises profit forecast after ‘exceptional’ sales boost
Zalando has reported “exceptionally strong” growth in the third quarter, raising expectations for the full year.
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NewsAlibaba set to invest in Farfetch
Chinese goliath Alibaba is in talks to invest $300m (£231m) in luxury fashion platform Farfetch.
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VideoWatch: Lego rebuilds the world for Christmas
Lego’s Christmas advert shows adults and children alike playing with the famous building blocks – encouraging them to rebuild the world using their imagination.
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VideoWatch: Argos’ Christmas ad puts on festive magic show
Argos’ Christmas advert features sisters Lucy and Daisy who put on a magic show after circling a magician’s set in the retailer’s catalogue.
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VideoWatch: Very’s Christmas ad ‘celebrates every little moment’
Very has launched its Christmas campaign, encouraging viewers to embrace “every single moment” in the lead up to Christmas.
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NewsOcado acquires two tech firms as M&S tie up proves fruitful
Ocado has upped its profit guidance for the year for its joint venture with M&S as trade “remained strong” in the fourth quarter.
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NewsMike Ashley hits out at Debenhams as liquidator waits in wings
Mike Ashley has raged after allegedly being excluded from the race to buy Debenhams as restructuring firm Hilco prepares to liquidate parts of the business.
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NewsRetailers fear ‘nightmare before Christmas’ as second lockdown forces store closures
New lockdown measures have forced non-essential shops to close until December 2, dealing a blow to Christmas trading.
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NewsLVMH agrees to Tiffany takeover after lengthy feud
LVMH has penned a deal to buy Tiffany & Co for a lower price after a long dispute between the two luxury firms.