All Laura Ashley articles – Page 2
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NewsLaura Ashley 'preliminary stages' bid confirmed
American investment business Flacks Group has confirmed that it is in the “very preliminary stages” of a takeover bid for Laura Ashley.
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NewsLaura Ashley warns on profits amid ‘market turbulence’
Laura Ashley has warned full-year profits will “fall short of market expectations” following “difficult” trading conditions in the first half of its financial year.
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NewsLaura Ashley profits dwindle despite fashion sales rise
Laura Ashley chairman Khoo Kay Peng was “disappointed” as rising fashion and online sales failed to offset a slump in the retailer’s preliminary profits.
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NewsLaura Ashley warns on profits after ‘challenging’ first half
Laura Ashley has cautioned that full-year profit will fall “below market expectations” following a slump in first-half earnings.
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NewsLaura Ashley quits Japanese bricks-and-mortar venture
Laura Ashley will no longer have a bricks-and-mortar presence in Japan, following its decision to terminate a major licence agreement.
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NewsWalmart and Google get vocal about Amazon competition
Walmart and Google unveiled a new partnership today that will take the fight to Amazon on both retail and voice search fronts.
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NewsLaura Ashley profits nosedive in ‘challenging’ year
Laura Ashley profits and sales plummeted at the full-year mark, which the retailer attributed to challenging trading conditions and the weak pound.
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NewsToday in retail: Sainsbury’s stalls, exec pay unveiled
When questioned last month about Sainsbury’s proposed takeover of Nisa, the grocer’s boss Mike Coupe remained tight-lipped.
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NewsLaura Ashley warns on profits ahead of full-year results
Laura Ashley has issued its second profit warning in the space of six months amid “demanding” trading conditions.
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AnalysisData: How can Laura Ashley return to growth?
Laura Ashley’s disappointing first-half performance has put its recovery into question. Retail Week Prospect looks at how it can get back on track.
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NewsLaura Ashley warns on profits after tough first half
Laura Ashley has warned its full-year profits will fall below expectations after “demanding” trading conditions in its first-half.
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NewsLaura Ashley concessions pulled from Homebase stores
Laura Ashley concessions have been pulled from Homebase stores, following the DIY chain’s acquisition by Wesfarmers.
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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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NewsLaura Ashley poised to move into China via House of Fraser
Fashion and furniture retailer Laura Ashley will officially launch in China via House of Fraser and Alibaba-owned online operator Tmall, the Guardian reported.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Laura Ashley, consumer spending, Barnes & Noble and more
Retail round-up: Laura Ashley’s China launch, Barnes & Noble sacks chief executive and Target quarterly sales and profits down.
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NewsLaura Ashley like-for-likes rise 4.1% while online sales soar
Laura Ashley has reported a healthy rise in full-year like-for-likes as strong furniture sales bolstered the retailer’s underperforming fashion arm.
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NewsLaura Ashley full-year profits drop 9.6% despite strong like-for-likes
Laura Ashley has reported a 9.6% fall in full-year profits owing to a “challenging” international market, offset by strong like-for-likes.
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NewsLaura Ashley like-for-likes up 7% in first half but profits slip
Home and fashion retailer Laura Ashley has reported a slip in profits but a strong increase in like-for-likes in its first half.
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AnalysisLessons from the legends: The most inspiring retail quotes…ever!
Be inspired by these insights from some of the retail industry greats, including Harry Selfridge, Amazon’s founder, Laura Ashley and more.
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InterviewInterview: Laura Ashley's Kaloyirou discusses the retailer's flower power
Retail Week speaks to Laura Ashley joint chief operating officer Nick Kaloyirou about the retailer’s journey and how it plans to continue growth.