All Marks & Spencer articles – Page 100
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AnalysisMarks & Spencer: What the analysts say
Marks & Spencer surprised the City by issuing its Christmas trading update early last night. Analysts were downbeat over the 1.8% like-for-like fall over the festive period.
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NewsMarks & Spencer Christmas like-for-likes fall as clothing sales slump
Marks & Spencer’s like-for-like sales fell 1.8% over Christmas, when clothing sales slumped.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What can the City expect from the updates next week?
Next week is set to be pivotal in defining how the retail sector performed during the festive period as several large retailers update on their trading.
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NewsRetailers recognised with New Year honours
A variety of retailers and others closely connected to the industry have been recognised with New Year honours.
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NewsAmazon's popularity hit after tax avoidance accusations
Etail giant Amazon’s popularity has fallen after being accused of avoiding paying millions of pounds in tax.
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NewsTesco set for 'strong finish' as performance improves
Tesco is set for a “strong finish” to the year heading into the vital Christmas trading period, according to Nielsen.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why have UK retailers struggled to crack America?
As Tesco looks set to exit the US, Retail Week takes a look at why British retailers have found it a tough market to crack.
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NewsM&S prepares for peak mobile shopping hour during X Factor final
Marks & Spencer predicts the peak shopping hour for mobile devices will hit at 8pm in Sunday, during the X Factor live final.
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AnalysisGrocery Christmas opening hours: What do retailers need to know?
As the major grocers gear up for Christmas, Retail Week takes a look at how flexible their opening hours are for shoppers.
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AnalysisAnalysis: OFT cracks down on grocery sector
BOGOFs and multibuys could make way for more sophisticated promotions as supermarkets comply with new guidelines to stamp out confusing and misleading deals.
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NewsMarks & Spencer to open at midnight on Christmas Eve
Marks & Spencer is to open at midnight on Christmas Eve morning after Chancellor George Osborne crushed hopes that large retailers would be allowed to open longer on Sunday, December 23.
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NewsCyber Monday frenzy drives record online shopping sales
Retailers enjoyed a record surge in trade on Monday as shoppers rushed online to secure Christmas deals.
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NewsRetailers braced for Cyber Monday
Retailers are today bracing themselves for what they expect to be the busiest online shopping day of the year.
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NewsSupermarkets take action to tackle price-cut concerns through OFT initiative
Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons are among a group of supermarkets that have committed themselves to tackling concerns over food and drink promotions through an initiative with the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).
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NewsM&S appoints supply chain director as Darrell Stein splits role
Marks & Spencer has appointed a dedicated director to oversee the ongoing overhaul of its supply chain, a central plank of chief executive Marc Bolland’s improvement strategy.
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NewsMorrisons extends shopping hours on December 23
Morrisons is to open for an extra hour on the crucial last Sunday before Christmas as it looks to take full advantage of its busiest day of the year.
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NewsMayor of London briefs retailers ahead of £100m weekend
Mayor of London Boris Johnson met with London retailers today ahead of the West End’s VIP Saturday when shoppers are expected to spend £100m in preparation for the Christmas season.
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NewsTesco magazine is UK's most read publication
Tesco magazine has become the UK’s most read printed publication, overtaking The Sun.
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AnalysisChristmas 2012: What do retailers need to know?
As Christmas 2012 hoves into view, Retail Week takes a look at forecasts for this festive season
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AnalysisProfile: Frances Russell, womenswear director, Marks and Spencer
The newly appointed womenswear director of M&S has a challenge ahead to win consumer spend.