All International articles – Page 102
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NewsReiss founder mulls selling minority stake to fund overseas expansion
The founder of fashion retailer Reiss is considering offloading a stake in the business to outside investors for the first time in its history.
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NewsAlibaba executive Patrick Liu arrested in corruption probe
Chinese ecommerce giant Alibaba has revealed one of its senior executives, Patrick Liu, has been arrested over corruption allegations.
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NewsSuperGroup plans "measured" China roll-out after inking Trendy deal
SuperGroup aims to open up to five stores in China over the next 12 months, but it will be a “measured” roll-out following a deal with Trendy.
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NewsWalgreens Boots Alliance appoints Pessina as CEO and buys Liz Earle
Walgreens Boots Alliance has appointed Stefano Pessina as its chief executive and acquired British beauty brand Liz Earle.
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NewsSuperGroup profits and Chinese expansion: What the analysts say
SuperGroup has reported a rise in full-year profits and unveiled plans to expand into China. This is what the analysts said.
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NewsPrimark posts sales rise but cautions on currency exchange impact on margins
Value fashion giant Primark has reported a strong sales rise but currency movements are expected to affect next year’s results.
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NewsSuperGroup posts profits rise and reveals plans to launch in China
Fashion specialist SuperGroup has reported a rise in full-year profits and revealed plans to launch in China.
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NewsTesco's £900m Malaysian business sparks interest from Japan's Aeon
Tesco could sell off its Malaysian operations as the supermarket giant continues a rigorous portfolio review of its non-core UK business.
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NewsUS variety store group Dollar Tree completes takeover of Family Dollar
US variety store chain Dollar Tree has completed its takeover of rival Family Dollar following a year-long merger saga.
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NewsAsos upbeat on full-year prospects after strong third-quarter
Online fashion retailer Asos has reported strong trading performance in its third quarter as group retail sales rose 20%.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Amazon makes its move on the Mexican market
Amazon is pushing into Mexico’s small yet blossoming ecommerce industry, which Planet Retail estimates will grow 189% over the next five years.
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NewsAnalysis: Greece's retail sector is feeling the impact of instability
Greece’s debt crisis and fears of an exit from the euro have sent shockwaves across Europe. How is the crisis affecting the country’s retail sector?
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NewsLidl names Daniel Marasch as chairman of its German operations
Lidl has revealed that Daniel Marasch has been promoted to chairman of grocer’s German board following the departure of Raimund Matthias.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The opportunities for Ao.com and other retailers in Austria
Ao.com boss John Roberts is preparing to ramp up the etailer’s European expansion after targeting a move into the Netherlands or Austria.
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NewsApple reveals 19% drop in UK retail profits as sales flatline
Apple recorded an 18.6% drop in full-year profits from its UK retail operations last year, after it was hit by wage and rent rises.
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NewsElectricals etailer AO World poised to expand its European operations
AO World is poised to expand its presence on the continent as it continues its drive to become “the best electricals retailer in Europe”.
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NewsThe National Retail Federation slams Obama's plans to extend overtime pay
The National Retail Federation has warned that Obama’s plan to make more people eligible for overtime would drive up payroll and impact new jobs.
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NewsChinese online grocery market to grow five-fold to $180bn (£115bn) by 2020
The value of China’s online grocery market is expected to grow five-fold to almost $180bn (£115bn) by 2020, new research has found.
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NewsIndian womenswear retailer launches first UK store in Asian shopping centre
Indian-based womenswear retailer Anjallee & Arjun Kapoor has made its UK debut with a store in the East Shopping Centre at West Ham, London.
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OpinionHarrods’ boss: Why retail, London and Britain need airport expansion
For the past 60 years British governments have not had an airport strategy and it is now clear there is vital need for expansion.