All Accessories & jewellery articles – Page 5
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AnalysisAnalysis: Lush and Watches of Switzerland on nailing international expansion
‘Non-essential’ UK retailers have had a bruising year and many of those that have proved most resilient have relied on international markets to bolster growth in 2020. Should more businesses look to do the same in 2021 and beyond?
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NewsWatches of Switzerland eyes new store openings after ‘strong finish’ to year
Watches of Switzerland has recorded strong sales across both the UK and the US, with momentum continuing into the new financial year.
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AnalysisArrivals and departures – how WHSmith, Dixons and Monsoon see direction of travel retail
As restrictions ease across the world, Dixons, WHSmith and Monsoon are taking differing approaches to prepare for the return of travel
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AnalysisWorldview: How Swarovski and Grocery Neighbour are reinventing the store
The Covid-19 pandemic is magnifying the need for retailers to rethink how physical space is used in the future.
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NewsUS threatens UK with tariffs on exports over planned digital tax
Exports including jewellery, furniture and game boards could all face tariffs being exported across the Atlantic, with the US targeting British products in response to any digital tax.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland festive sales rise despite ‘significant headwinds’
Watches of Switzerland has reported a boost in sales across the UK and the US over the Christmas period in what boss Brian Duffy says was “another strong performance”.
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AnalysisFive up-and-coming UK marketplaces that you need to know
Retail Week shines a light on five marketplaces at different stages of their journey, which could become useful routes to market.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland profits rise as online sales surge
Watches of Switzerland has clocked up an increase in half-year profits following a surge in online sales during the coronavirus pandemic.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland increases profit guidance as sales surge
Watches of Switzerland has increased its full-year profit guidance following “stronger than expected” sales performance during its second quarter.
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NewsMulberry losses deepen due to Covid-19
Struggling global handbag and accessories retailer Mulberry has seen its losses deepen due to the ongoing effects of the coronavirus on sales.
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NewsAspinal of London launches CVA in bid to shutter stores and move online
British heritage brand Aspinal of London has proposed a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) with the aim of moving the brand online.
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NewsTiffany sues LVMH after it pulls out of $16bn takeover
The world’s largest luxury group LVMH is being sued by Tiffany after it said it was pulling out of its agreed $16.6bn takeover of the jeweller.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland profits rise despite Covid-19 impact
Watches of Switzerland has posted an increase in full-year profits despite the impact of the coronavirus crisis.
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AnalysisRetail’s new lipstick effect: what products will fly off the shelves post-Covid?
During past recessions, consumers have snapped up small luxuries, such as lipstick, to make themselves feel better. But with face masks making a lipstick uptick unlikely, which treats will shoppers indulge in now?
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NewsBeaverbrooks sales soar as shoppers flock back to stores
Jewellery retailer Beaverbrooks has reported a marked increase in sales in the week following its reopening of stores on June 15.
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NewsMulberry to axe quarter of workforce amid coronavirus crisis
Mulberry plans to axe a quarter of its workforce across the globe as the coronavirus pandemic takes its toll on the business.
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NewsMonsoon Accessorize teeters on brink putting 3,500 jobs at risk
Monsoon Accessorize is on the brink of becoming the latest retailer to tumble into administration amid the coronavirus crisis, putting 3,500 jobs at risk.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland sales rise despite ‘significant’ coronavirus impact
Watches of Switzerland has posted an increase in full-year sales despite its top line being “significantly impacted” by the coronavirus crisis.
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NewsWatches of Switzerland profits soar on back of ‘robust’ UK and US markets
Watches of Switzerland has reported soaring profits and revenues as it praised the “robust” market for luxury watches both in the UK and the US.
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NewsLouis Vuitton owner completes deal for jeweller Tiffany & Co
The world’s biggest luxury goods company LVMH is set to buy US-based jeweller Tiffany & Co in a deal worth in excess of $16bn (£12.5bn).