All International articles – Page 94
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NewsInternational analysis – Casino closes in on domestic comeback
French retailer Casino’s third quarter has seen it harvesting the fruits of its price cuts in its domestic market.
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NewsRetailers can now follow many routes to growth in overseas markets
Retailers are expanding internationally for many reasons. For some it’s saturation in a home market; for others it’s the chance to exploit an identified opportunity in a new territory.
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NewsHamleys sale to overseas buyer likely to be completed within weeks
The sale of famous toy retailer Hamleys to a Chinese buyer is thought likely to be completed within weeks after months of speculation.
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AnalysisCarrefour sales rise fuelled by strong results in Europe and Latin America
French grocery giant Carrefour has reported an increase in third-quarter sales, driven by strong performance in its European and Latin American markets.
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AnalysisMountain Warehouse strikes Alibaba deal as half-year sales surge
Mountain Warehouse has launched in China after striking a deal with Alibaba, while reporting record half-year group sales.
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AnalysisWalmart warning over profits and sales growth as ecommerce investments bite
Profit predictions might have been downgraded, but behind Walmart’s forecast is solid investment in its etail buisness. Here Planet Retail analyses the numbers.
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AnalysisBurberry's half-year results disappoint: What the analysts say
Burberry fell well short of forecasted sales growth in its half-year results, here’s what the analysts had to say about the results.
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AnalysisWHSmith reveals rising profits and estimates £2m to £3m living wage impact
WHSmith has reported rising profits but flat like-for-likes in its full year as it estimates the living wage will cost it £2m to £3m a year.
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AnalysisWalmart expects profits to fall as it reinvests in staff and ecommerce
Walmart has said profits will drop between 6% and 12% in its next financial year as it ploughs cash into reviving its slowing sales growth.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Amazon rival Jet.com drops subscription model
Just three months since its inception, online marketplance and Amazon rival Jet.com has changed strategic course.
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AnalysisM&S exits five Balkan countries to refocus eastern European expansion
M&S is to pull out of five Balkan countries next year as it aims to focus on more successful markets in the region, including Romania and Poland.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How retailers can weather the currency volatility storm
Swings in exchange rates over recent months have created an environment of uncertainty. Here is how retailers can protect margins.
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AnalysisEx-M&S boss Lord Rose to lead campaign to keep the UK in the EU
Former Marks & Spencer boss Lord Stuart Rose is to spearhead a cross-party campaign for the UK to stay in the European Union.
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AnalysisUniqlo Europe's operating profits contract after refurb of London flagship
Uniqlo Europe’s annual operating profits contracted following losses incurred from the refurbishment of its London flagship store.
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AnalysisDFS eyes further European expansion after ‘encouraging’ Netherlands trial
DFS boss Ian Filby revealed the retailer is mulling expansion into Belgium and Germany after a successful launch in the Netherlands.
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AnalysisAnalysis: HMV banks on resilient physical music market as it expands abroad
When HMV went into administration in 2013, the future looked bleak for the 94-year-old retailer and the brand’s demise appeared inevitable.
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AnalysisIs Tesco on the road to recovery? What the analysts say
Tesco has reported a 55% slide in half-year profits as boss Dave Lewis continues his attempts to turn around the business.
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AnalysisComment: Ocado hunts international expert to join board as it seeks overseas deals
Food etailer Ocado is recruiting 2,000 more staff ahead of Christmas, but is also on the lookout for one new hire in particular.
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AnalysisTed Baker launches in Mexico and Hawaii on back of North American success
Ted Baker will open stores in Mexico and Hawaii following its success in the US as the fashion retailer widens its reach abroad.
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AnalysisTed Baker sales and profits rise driven by growth online and in the US
Ted Baker has reported “strong growth” in half-year sales and pre-tax profits, driven by booming performance online and in the US.