All Europe articles – Page 30
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OpinionRetail surgery: How will retailers be affected by new EU changes to VAT regulation?
In January 2015, the VAT accounting rules for EU sales of electronic services such as music, books and games will change.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Can Hema conquer the UK with value and design?
Dutch retailer Hema has successful stores across Europe. As the variety retailer aims to take on the value players, can it crack the UK?
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AnalysisAnalysis: Lakeland at 50 - from agricultural past to international future
Over 50 years Lakeland has grown from an agricultural business into an international retailer and is preparing for its next phase of growth.
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NewsKingfisher's French boss Philippe Tible to step down
Kingfisher’s chief executive of its Castorama and Brico Dépôt brands Philippe Tible is to step down from the DIY group.
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Analysis12 facts you should know about Hema as it launches first UK store
Hema opens its first UK store in Victoria, London, on June 12. Here are a few facts you never knew about the Dutch value player.
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GalleryIn pictures: Dutch giant Hema unveils first UK store
The Netherlands’ answer to Woolworths, Hema, is poised to shake up the UK’s value market with its strong own-brand offer as it opens its first store in London tomorrow.
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NewsMandM Direct unveils IPO plan as former N Brown boss appointed chairman
MandM Direct has revealed plans to float on AIM as it appoints former N Brown chief executive Alan White as its chairman.
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CartoonBlower's retail cartoon: Who are the winners and losers after vote on Europe?
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on the winners and losers in last weekend’s European elections.
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AnalysisMap: Track the development of Tesco’s overseas operations
As Tesco completes its deal to form a joint venture with China Resources Enterprise, we chart the supermarket’s other overseas operations.
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NewsKingfisher sets its sights on expansion beyond Europe
Kingfisher said its planned acquisition of Mr Bricolage in France would give it experience of operating a franchise model that it could use to expand beyond its European heartland.
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OpinionComment: Political uncertainty is bad news for retail
Retailers will have to ponder the practical consequences of an anti-establishment mindset, evidenced in last weekend’s European elections.
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NewsLondon most desirable city for international retailers
London is home to more international retailers than any other city in the world, as it continues to be a magnet to new brands.
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OpinionComment: Primark right to disregard European boundaries
There are diverse growth opportunities outside the Continent, yet only a select group of retailers have so far taken advantage.
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NewsHammerson to roll out iBeacons across its European shopping centres
Landlord Hammerson is rolling out geo-location technology iBeacons to all of its European shopping centres, including the Bullring in Birmingham this summer.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Pan-European retailers look to secondary cities for expansion
Finding the right space in Europe’s capitals has become increasingly difficult, opening up an opportunity for the continent’s regional cities.
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NewsBoots launches European website to tap into the ex-pat market
Boots has launched its European website as it aims to take sales from British Boots fans who are living overseas.
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GalleryStore gallery: Pêle-Mêle bucks the trend in beleaguered bookshop market
Pêle-Mêle has managed to create an atmosphere where customers feel content to while away an hour or two before actually making a purchase.
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OpinionComment: The UK needs to engage with significant parts of the EU agenda
With the European Parliamentary elections looming, it is important to realise the value of Britain’s involvement in EU policy decisions.
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NewsPhotobox ramps up m-commerce offer in bid to build business
IPO candidate and Moonpig owner Photobox is ramping up m-commerce as it aims to build the business through more acquisitions.
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NewsUS retailers lead the way in international expansion as confidence grows
International retailers are showing renewed confidence and an increasing appetite for expansion, with the US leading the way.