All International articles – Page 73
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NewsStationery retailer Smiggle on track to meet target of 200 UK stores
Australian retailer Smiggle has ploughed on with its global expansion plans and said it is on track to open 200 stores in the UK by 2019.
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NewsEtsy acquires artificial intelligence start-up Blackbird Technologies
Etsy, the online marketplace for handmade goods, has acquired artificial intelligence start-up Blackbird Technologies for an undisclosed sum.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Kaufland gears up for online launch in Berlin
Kaufland is preparing for its grocery ecommerce launch in Berlin with the discounter now taking registrations for the new service.
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NewsIcelandic government considers launching lawsuit against Iceland
The Icelandic government is considering filing a lawsuit against Iceland the frozen food retailer over its name – 45 years after the grocer was founded.
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AnalysisThe Brexit effect: How will global retail supply chains be impacted?
With the UK’s out vote inevitably impacting retailers, Nick Hughes investigates the wide-reaching implications for the global supply chain.
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NewsZara owner Inditex profits and sales rise as store expansion rolls on
Spanish fashion retail giant Inditex has reported a rise in first-half profits and sales as it continues to grow its global store network.
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NewsRiver Island profits and sales flat in 'challenging environment'
River Island has posted flat full-year profits and sales, but boss Ben Lewis labelled it a “good set of results in a challenging environment”.
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AnalysisAt a glance: Typo, the Australian chain set to make its UK debut
Retail Week takes a closer look at Typo, the homewares and stationery specialist that has pencilled its debut at Westfield Stratford.
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VideoWatch: Made.com boss Ning Li has reasons to smile as he looks ahead
Made.com boss and founder Ning Li discusses the UK market and what is next for the furniture retailer as its growth continues.
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NewsM&Co celebrates best profit performance in five years and seeks more stores
Value fashion retailer M&Co has posted its best results in five years, and has made a good start to its new financial year.
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NewsPhase Eight profits and sales rise following Foschini acquisition
Phase Eight’s sales and profits have risen following its acquisition by South African retail group Foschini in January 2015.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Amazon's US pop-ups will lure shoppers into its ecosystem
Amazon’s physical store plans are about drawing more consumers into its world than is possible with its websites alone, writes Howard Lake.
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NewsAustralian chain Typo pencils in UK debut at Westfield Stratford
Australian stationery and homewares specialist Typo is on the brink of making its UK debut, Retail Week can exclusively reveal.
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NewsH&M sales rise but hot weather causes drag on performance
Fashion giant H&M reported a rise in group sales last month, but blamed “exceptionally hot weather” for hampering its European performance.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers find an overseas franchise partner?
How can retailers find an overseas franchise partner?
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NewsRetail Week Buzz: ‘Social is the new TV ad’ says Hut Group commercial boss
The Hut Group’s chief commercial officer Darren Rajanah says social media is essential when expanding into new international markets.
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NewsIkea group sales jump as it prepares to enter India and Serbia
Ikea has hailed a year of “solid growth” as the furniture giant prepares to launch a bricks-and-mortar presence in two new markets.
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AnalysisSWOT analysis: Boden’s China ambitions and bricks-and-mortar expansion
Boden is banking on international expansion and growing its UK store estate to offset its falling profits, but will the bet pay off?
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InterviewInterview: H&M's Carlos Duarte on building his British empire
H&M’s Carlos Duarte says the UK is the toughest country and its shoppers have high expectations, but he is confident the retailer can meet them.
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NewsDebenhams to take BHS sites in Gibraltar and launch stores in Australia
Debenhams has unveiled plans to open stores in Australia and occupy former BHS sites in Gibraltar as it moves to grow its global footprint.