All Fashion articles – Page 419
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NewsSuperGroup boss says discounting at Christmas tarnishes a product's value
SuperGroup boss Julian Dunkerton said its decision to focus on full-price sales helped drive a sales rise over Christmas.
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NewsSuperGroup “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edge up
Fashion retailer SuperGroup said it was “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edged up 1.3% in its third quarter.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on SuperGroup, Superdrug, Argos, eBay, House of Fraser and more
Retail news round-up on February 6, 2014: SuperGroup “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edge up, Superdrug owner AS Watson considers relocation of corporate headquarters to UK and more.
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NewsFrench Connection shaves £1m off expected full-year pre-tax losses
French Connection has revealed it expects to deliver better annual results than originally forecast, shaving £1m off its pre-tax losses.
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OpinionComment: Overseas retailers join the race to float
While British retailers line up to float, overseas groups are also eyeing London listings.
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NewsTopshop and Topman to open giant flagship on Fifth Avenue
Topshop and Topman are set to launch on Fifth Avenue in New York this autumn with a giant flagship store.
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NewsJanuary Sales push shop price deflation to deepest level since 2006
Shop price deflation in January accelerated to its deepest level since December 2006 as retailers slashed prices in the post-Christmas Sales.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Top 50 UK retailers 2012/13
Retail Week Knowledge Bank has compiled a ranking of the UK’s top 50 retailers by sales during the 2012/13 financial year.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Six ways Facebook has changed retail
As Facebook celebrates its 10th birthday, Retail Week looks at how it has benefited retailers.
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NewsAsos boosts sales by 33% using real-time data
Asos increased sales by 33% in the four months to December 2013 using real-time pricing software that pulls in data from across the web to inform buying and merchandising decisions.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Which retailers are best positioned to float?
As a raft of retailers get ship-shape and ready to float, Retail Week takes a look at the runners and riders in the race to go public.
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GalleryStore gallery: Timberland, Buchanan Street, Glasgow
Timberland has opened a store in Glasgow that has its own identity while still reflecting the brand. John Ryan takes a look around.
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NewsHobbs writes down value by 40% due to tough Christmas trading
Hobbs’ private equity owner 3i has written down the value of its investment by 40% due to “tough trading” over Christmas.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis delivers 'decisive' market share gains as full-year sales rise 7.4%
John Lewis reported strong market share gains in its full year as sales rose 7.4% and 16 stores delivered record years.
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NewsConsumer confidence climbs to seven-year high in January
Consumer confidence in January rebounded to its best level for almost seven years.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Hobbs, John Lewis and Amazon
Retail news round-up on January 31, 2014: Hobbs’ owner 3i writes down investment value by 40%, John Lewis Partnership plans switch to hybrid salary pension scheme, UK consumer confidence surges in January, Amazon turnover jumps 20% in fourth quarter
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AnalysisCompany profile: Zara's expansion slowdown boosts profitability
Impressive profits are proof of the Spanish retailer Zara’s dominance in UK mid-market fashion.
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AnalysisReport: Retail 2014 - industry leaders’ business priorities
Our Retail 2014 report, produced in association with Kurt Salmon, asked retail bosses about their outlook for the year ahead. Ben Cooper looks at the challenges and opportunities they face.
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NewsSuperGroup appoints international boss to its board
Fashion retailer SuperGroup has appointed international and wholesale managing director Hans Schmitt to its board.
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AnalysisInnovation watch: Shop Elsewhere - the serendipitous app for independent retailers
Shop Elsewhere is a smartphone app that asks independent retailers to collaborate in a bid to compete against big brands. Launched in Hong Kong, the app also aims to help shoppers find “hidden gems” in the city.