All International articles – Page 17
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NewsSøstrene Grene opens online UK shop
Søstrene Grene is to make its range of home decor and accessories available to shop online in the UK for the first time.
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NewsExclusive: Seasalt to open first store in New Zealand
Cornish fashion retailer Seasalt has confirmed the opening of its first standalone store in Auckland’s Milford Centre this month as part of its continued international expansion, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCurrys posts dip in revenue as profit guidance remains ‘unchanged’
Currys has posted a decline in group revenue for the 17 weeks ending August 26, 2023, but has made no changes to its profit guidance for the year.
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NewsExclusive: Pepco launches in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Pepco Group is pushing further into Europe by opening its first store in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsLululemon sales jump as revenue ‘exceeds expectations’
Lululemon has recorded strong sales and revenue growth that “exceeded expectations” as it continues to enhance its business model and product offering.
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InterviewQ&A: Søstrene Grene CEO Mikkel Grene on its rapid UK expansion
Selling contemporary, Scandi-style home furnishings at affordable prices, it’s no surprise Søstrene Grene has been going down well with UK shoppers since it arrived from Denmark in 2016. Chief executive Mikkel Grene has ambitious plans to open 50 stores across the UK within the next few years and spoke to Retail Week about them
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NewsUniqlo names new CEO and COO in leadership shake-up
Uniqlo parent company Fast Retailing has announced changes to Uniqlo’s senior leadership team, appointing Tadashi Yanai as chief executive and Daisuke Tsukagoshi as president and chief operating officer, starting from September 1.
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GalleryReserved resumes UK expansion with new store concept
Polish fashion retailer Reserved has opened its newest store at London’s Westfield Stratford City as it continues to ramp up its UK and European expansion plans.
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NewsExclusive: Uniqlo hunting for city locations to drive global growth
Uniqlo is “actively seeking opportunities” for growth, both in India and other locations around the world, as it continues to expand its global footprint, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsShein unveils partnership with Forever 21
Fast-fashion retailer Shein has announced a partnership with Forever 21 owner Sparc Group, a joint venture between Authentic Brands Group and Simon Property Group, in a bid to experiment with an in-store presence for shoppers across the US.
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AnalysisStrategy spotlight: Five ways Sephora is set to disrupt the UK market
Sephora returned to the UK in March 2023 with its first store after a nearly 15-year hiatus. What has brought the global beauty specialist back for round two and what can other retailers learn from its return?
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NewsAbercrombie & Fitch raises outlook as brand positioning pays off
Abercrombie & Fitch has raised its outlook for the full financial year as it recorded a surge in sales during the second quarter, which it credits to the success of the “positioning and assortment” of its brand portfolio.
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NewsPret a Manger to double loyalty discount
Pret a Manger is set to double its Club Pret discount from 10% to 20% from September 5 for loyal customers.
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Report StoreThe Global Innovation Report
This report showcases the technology, data and new thinking being drawn upon by global retailers in 18 markets to drive innovation in all areas of business.
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AnalysisFour of the biggest innovations coming out of global retail
Published today, The Global Innovation Report takes a detailed look at retailers and brands spanning 18 international markets for inspiration on new thinking, technology and partnerships to drive a path forward. Here we highlight four significant innovations
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NewsTrue partners with Apparel Brands Limited for global growth
Investment and innovation company True has confirmed its “strategic investment” in British clothing wholesale business Apparel Brands Limited (ABL) in a bid to “accelerate growth” within the wider branded apparel market.
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NewsGetir to cut 10% of global workforce to increase efficiency
Turkish ultra-fast delivery firm Getir will be cutting around 10% of its workforce as it plans to “restructure the global organisation to significantly increase operational efficiency”.
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GalleryLululemon opens newly renovated store in Hong Kong
Global athleisure brand Lululemon has opened the doors to a newly renovated store in Hong Kong at the city’s IFC mall.
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NewsH&M confirms plans to ‘phase out’ operations in Myanmar
Fashion giant H&M has confirmed plans to “phase out” its operations in Myanmar following reports of labour abuse in its garment factories.
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NewsWalmart raises profit outlook as US consumers focus on value
US retail giant Walmart raised its profit outlook on Thursday, as stubbornly high prices and customer flight to value saw it grab market share in grocery and general merchandise.
