All Christmas articles – Page 2
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AnalysisBudget backlash: Sainsbury’s boss warns tax rises will lead to higher prices
Despite posting surging profits and sales at the half year, Sainsbury’s boss Simon Roberts became the latest retail boss to warn that Labour’s all stick and no carrot approach to business will lead to higher prices.
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VideoMarks & Spencer unveils clothing and home Christmas advert
Marks & Spencer’s seasonal ad for its clothing and home categories has aired today, carrying the message ‘Christmas starts here’.
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VideoShaun the Sheep stars in new Barbour Christmas ad
Barbour has released its new Christmas ad for 2024 which stars British animated children’s character Shaun the Sheep.
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AnalysisWhy Marks & Spencer is confident on growth despite £60m Budget ‘double whammy’
After smashing interim results expectations, Marks & Spencer chief executive Stuart Machin sees plenty of opportunity to keep up momentum across the board – despite unwelcome extra costs following the recent Budget.
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NewsAldi to open 11 new stores in time for crucial Christmas trading period
Aldi is set to open 11 new stores across the UK between now and Christmas, with a further 15 existing stores undergoing refurbishments to enhance the customer experience during the crucial festive period.
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VideoBoots launches Christmas campaign with Bridgerton star
Boots has launched its new Christmas marketing campaign, “The Christmas Makeover”, which reminds customers Boot’s beauty wonderland has a present for everyone and recognises the unsung powerhouses who make Christmas special.
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VideoGreggs has teamed up with Nigella Lawson for its first Christmas ad
Greggs has teamed up with television chef and food writer Nigella Lawson to unveil its 2024 Christmas menu in its first Christmas advert.
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VideoWaitrose ramps up the star power in bid to crack a Christmas cold case
Waitrose has unveiled the first part of its Christmas ‘whodunnit’, featuring a star-studded cast for its festive season ad campaign.
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VideoAmazon celebrates acts of kindness with show-stopping Christmas ad
Amazon has released its Christmas advert for 2024, with a singing janitor at the heart of the campaign.
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NewsFenwick and Selfridges reveal eye-catching Christmas windows
Leading department stores Fenwick and Selfridges have unveiled their Christmas windows as golden quarter trading gets under way.
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NewseBay to open ‘Listings in Lights’ Christmas pop-up
Online marketplace eBay is set to open a pop-up on Tottenham Court Road for two days, offering a range of pre-loved gifts just in time for Christmas.
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VideoSinging oven gloves are back for musical Morrisons Christmas ad
Morrisons has unveiled its Christmas ad for 2024 that marks the return of the singing oven gloves with a theatrical spin.
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VideoArgos sees the return of brand mascots in rocking new Christmas ad
Argos has released its Christmas ad featuring brand mascots Connie the doll and Trevor the dinosaur to help highlight how the retailer can “fulfil customers’ festive dreams”.
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NewsJo Malone London has launched a new immersive Christmas pop-up
Jo Malone London has launched an immersive pop-up in Covent Garden showcasing what the brand has to offer in time for Christmas.
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NewsAmazon profits and revenues exceed expectations off the back of strong retail performance
Amazon posted profits and sales ahead of market expectations overnight, driven by a strong retail performance in its third quarter.
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VideoSainsbury’s goes big with new Christmas ad featuring iconic BFG
Grocery chain Sainsbury’s has kicked off its Christmas campaign with its television ad featuring iconic literary character the Big Friendly Giant (BFG).
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VideoJohn Lewis builds up to Christmas with new ad campaign
Department store group John Lewis has unveiled a second raft of ads as part of this year’s three-phase Christmas campaign.
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AnalysisPrepare, nearshore and automate: How retailers can strengthen the supply chain for Christmas and beyond
With the Red Sea crisis continuing to cause havoc globally, Retail Week spoke to supply chain experts to find out how retailers can plan for Christmas and beyond.
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Opinion‘Consumer sentiment is low but some retailers can still be optimistic about golden quarter’
Retailers that can make consumers feel like their purchase is essential or make products feel like an affordable treat are likely to have the greatest success this Christmas, maintains PwC’s Lisa Hooker
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InterviewInterview: CEO Anthony Houghton is championing Holland & Barrett’s innovation and tech transformation
In his first interview, new Holland & Barrett chief executive Anthony Houghton talks exclusively to Retail Week about his transformation strategy and mission ’to help people live better.