All International articles – Page 177
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NewsCath Kidston: Booming sales for the kitsch retailer
Booming sales at the retailer reflect two years of rapid growth under its private equity owner.
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AnalysisAuchan pins hopes on China for future growth
French retailer Auchan hopes its Chinese operations will drive growth because sales in Western Europe are expected to remain flat.
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NewsH Samuel owner Signet full year profits dip
Jewellery group Signet, which owns H Samuel and Ernest Jones, UK operating profit dipped 1.6% to $56.1m (£34.5m) in its full year to January 29.
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NewsKingfisher boss: "Global retailing is the future"
B&Q’s parent company Kingfisher aims to be “a truly globally integrated company” within the next five to 10 years, chief executive Ian Cheshire said.
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GalleryIn pictures: First pictures of Zara’s global flagship in Fifth Avenue
Zara opens a “global flagship” on New York’s Fifth Avenue tomorrow (March 15th 2012).
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NewsTesco forecast strongest growth against global retail rivals
Tesco is forecast to grow faster than its three main global rivals – Walmart, Metro and Carrefour – with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.8% between 2011 and 2015, according to new research from IGD.
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NewsUrban Outfitters profits hit by discounting
US fashion retailer Urban Outfitters posted a 47.8% profits plunge for its fourth quarter as discounting impacted margins.
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AnalysisIT’s quest for talent
From ecommerce to systems architecture, good-quality IT staff can be a nightmare to find. Alison Clements finds out how this is affecting retail and what can be done.
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AnalysisThe world’s most innovative technology
Innovation in retail is happening everywhere, from mobile in Africa to shopping walls in South Korea. Jessica Twentyman reports.
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AnalysisHow can IT drive international expansion?
How can retailers expanding into new international territories ensure sales aren’t hampered by IT headaches? Alison Clements reports on how EPoS systems can be rolled out globally.
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OpinionTechnology is driving the competition
Rebecca Thomson is the senior features writer at Retail Week covering everything related to retail - with an emphasis on technology.
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OpinionRetailers remain shielded from India's cotton muddle
Chris Brook-Carter is Editor-in-chief of Retail Week. Chris has covered the FMCG and retail industries for 15 years, in particular covering the food, drinks and clothing sectors.
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GalleryTopshop Las Vegas store opens
Billionaire tycoon Sir Philip Green’s Topshop has brought British style to the party town of Las Vegas with the opening of a flagship store in the US city yesterday.
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AnalysisEmerging markets drive profits growth at Casino
French grocery group Casino reported strong results for 2011 last week, boosted by overseas operations.
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NewsOffice: Strong Christmas sales and expansion plans
The footwear retailer had strong Christmas sales and plans further expansion
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NewsWhittard to expand after good Christmas
Tea and coffee specialist Whittard of Chelsea is to embark on an expansion drive at home and overseas following a strong Christmas performance.
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NewsSchuh to launch first international website
Schuh will take its first steps into Europe as it launches its first international website for France in May this year.
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NewsGame to exit Comet shops to reduce space
Embattled entertainment retailer Game is to end its partnership with electricals retailer Comet as part of its ongoing strategy to reduce space.
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OpinionTesco under Philip Clarke: One year on
Nicola Harrison has worked on the news desk at Retail Week for three years, covering property, furniture, DIY, and entertainment.
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AnalysisPinterest: What do retailers need to know?
The image-based social media site allows retailers to build their online brand presence.