All Russia articles – Page 2
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NewsKingfisher to quit Russia, Portugal and Spain in strategic refocus
DIY giant Kingfisher is to exit Russia, Portugal and Spain to concentrate on its main markets.
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DataData: Ranking the world’s top 10 retail hotspots
London has been named Europe’s most sought-after destination for international retailers looking to grow their store footprints.
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NewsLive webinar: Creating a global footprint
Find out how to establish an international presence in the world’s emerging online marketplaces by signing up to Retail Week’s free interactive webinar on May 24.
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AnalysisSWOT analysis: As CFO quits, is Mothercare in a muddle?
Mothercare suffered another exit from its reshaped senior management team today as the business revealed that chief financial officer Richard Smothers had resigned.
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NewsLK Bennett founder returns to retailer she launched
LK - Linda – Bennett, founder of the fashion retailer she gave her name to, is returning to the business.
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NewsMothercare reveals final quarter like-for-like growth
Mothercare has reported a rise in UK like-for-likes in its fourth quarter against improving conditions in its challenging international territories.
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OpinionOpinion: Asos shows the way towards retail reinvention
John Lewis managing director Paula Nickolds shared her first thoughts on leading the business last week and was frank about the testing times she faces.
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OpinionOpinion: ‘Like a Russian supermarket’ is a good thing
A rare opportunity to pen this missive from foreign climes, with your correspondent reporting in live from Moscow.
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NewsLenta to acquire rival Kesko's grocery business
Russia’s largest hypermarket chain Lenta has penned a multi-billion ruble deal to acquire rival Kesko’s grocery business.
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GalleryStore of the week: Sneakerhead steps up store design with all-white flagship
Russian footwear specialist Sneakerhead’s new flagship store uses stark white interiors to bring sophisticated minimalism to Moscow.
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AnalysisH&M reports flat profits in third quarter after being hit by strong dollar
H&M has reported flat profits in its third quarter after the fashion retailer was negatively impacted by the strong dollar.
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NewsKingfisher profits slip as 'strong' UK earnings offset by currency volatility
B&Q owner Kingfisher’s adjusted pre-tax profit slipped 2.3% in its first half as “strong” UK profit earnings were offset by currency volatility.
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OpinionNeil Saunders: Why supermarkets aren't to blame for the UK milk crisis
As much as the UK’s big grocers make for popular villains, the milk crisis is not one of their causing – it is a story of supply and demand.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Auchan Russia's supermarket Atak strategy
Auchan has announced plans to double its network of Atak supermarkets by 2018 with 120 store openings and a dedicated investment of £351m.
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NewsRussian grocery giant X5 snaps up 100 stores from competitor
X5 Retail Group, a dominant player in the Russian grocery market, has strengthened its foothold by acquiring 100 of a competitor’s stores.
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NewsUniqlo owner's profits soar but European arm hit by London flagship refit
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing has reported a 47% jump in pre-tax profits to ¥210.2bn (£1.11bn) for the nine months ending May 31 2015.
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AnalysisKingfisher's sales and profits edge up: What the analysts say
Kingfisher’s profits edged up in its first quarter despite the retailer being hit by currency fluctuations. Here is what the analysts say.
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AnalysisInternational news analysis: X5 Moscow shows readiness for Russian fight
Russian grocer X5 Retail Group has acquired Moscow’s 27 Spar stores in an attempt to rival leading supermarket chain Magnit.
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NewsHamleys takes theme park approach as it unveils Europe's largest toy shop
Hamleys has opened Europe’s largest toy shop in Moscow today as it seeks to create a new store-model combining theme park and toy store.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Amazon, Net-a-Porter, and Tesco
Retail news round-up on March 27, 2015: Amazon eyes Net-a-Porter.com acquisition and in talks to trial delivery drones in UK, Tesco’s F&F brand to debut in Russia in June