All Stores and property articles – Page 149
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GalleryIn pictures: Selfridges’ ‘greenest ever’ Christmas shop
Selfridges has opened up its Christmas shop 75 days before Christmas, this year with a sustainability twist.
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NewsAsda strikes concession partnership with The Entertainer
Asda has launched a concession partnership with The Entertainer to boost its in-store toy proposition.
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NewsAO ties up with Tesco to launch first store spaces
AO.com has joined forces with Tesco to launch its first ever physical retail format, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsRetail ‘will remain open’ under strictest local lockdowns, PM says
Retailers will be allowed to continue trading even under the strictest local lockdown measures coming into force on Wednesday.
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GalleryStore gallery: Inside Asda’s first On the Move convenience store
Asda has opened its first ‘On the Move’ petrol station forecourt store as the grocer dips its toe into the convenience market.
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OpinionPeter Williams: ‘A second wave, curfews, empty offices – is this as good as it gets?’
By now we had all hoped that there would be a predictable path back to some kind of steady-state resembling where we were pre-Covid.
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AnalysisWhy is Decathlon the people’s champion?
Retail Week discovered where the sector’s CEOs love to shop last week and while there were many of usual suspects – breath-taking stores such as Selfridges, Liberty and Paul Smith – a number of bosses opted for Decathlon.
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GalleryStore gallery: Adidas unveils new London-centric flagship
Adidas has opened its new London flagship store, which is full of artwork commissioned by local artists and nods to the brand’s heritage.
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NewsBritish Land hails ‘encouraging’ rent collections for September
Property giant British Land has reported “encouraging” rent collections for September as tenants begin to recover from the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Retail VoiceSeven steps to successful customer-centric tech
Retailers that focus on digital solutions and signage are better positioned to make a faster comeback and prosper in the months to come. Trust Systems’ Ben Dowson outlines seven key components and questions for retailers to consider.
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AnalysisDeep dive: A Covid Christmas – how consumers will spend, shop and celebrate
Much like the rest of 2020, this Christmas will be like none in recent memory. With the country now in recession and the coronavirus pandemic still restricting many aspects of people’s lives, Retail Week asks how, where and on what shoppers are likely to spend this Golden Quarter, along with insights and predictions from leading retailers and industry analysts.
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NewsFootfall increase slowed by rule of six and 10pm curfew
Retail footfall across the UK slumped over the last five weeks as the government’s new restrictions on hospitality took their toll.
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NewsIkea boss bets on store resurgence despite full-year sales dip
Ikea has reported a decline in full-year sales but group boss Jesper Brodin hailed the home and DIY retailer’s resilience and adaptability during the pandemic.
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NewsClarks launches CVA in bid to close stores as part of rescue deal
Footwear specialist Clarks has launched a CVA in a bid to shutter stores and secure a much needed cash injection from outside investors.
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NewsAnn Summers CVA ‘likely’ as landlord talks stall
Ann Summers has kicked off talks with the British Property Federation (BPF) that will likely lead to the launch of a CVA after failing to negotiate better rental terms with some landlords.
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AnalysisIn pictures: Where do retail’s top bosses love to shop?
As non-essential retail shops prepare to close yet again, Retail Week asks retail bosses to shine a light on their favourite stores. After all, great shops should be celebrated. We hope to see these amazing spaces open their doors soon.
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NewsLandlords mull legal action against retailers as rent slumps to new lows
Landlords are considering taking action against “well capitalised” retail businesses refusing to pay rents under the cover of the government’s moratorium, as takings for yesterday’s September quarterly rent day slid to just 12.7%.
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NewsHammerson poaches new chief executive from Canadian real estate group
Institutional landlord Hammerson has announced the appointment of Rita-Rose Gagné as its new chief executive, taking over from David Atkins.
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NewsRevo chief executive warns of £2bn retail rent blackhole
Revo’s chief executive has warned of the consequences of retailers not paying rents, saying landlords are facing a £2bn arrears blackhole that will have knock-on effects across the industry.
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AnalysisThe Big Question: Are mandatory face coverings for staff good or bad for retail?
Following government guidance that all shopfloor staff must wear face coverings or face hefty fines, Retail Week asks experts whether this regulation will help or hinder the sector’s recovery.