All Marks & Spencer articles – Page 109
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Analysis
Retail developments: Reigniting stalled schemes
The freeze in the development pipeline has switched the focus from the UK’s biggest retail centres to those that are under-served. Mark Faithfull considers some of the opportunities around the country.
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NewsM&S appoints Joanna Lumley as eco ambassador
Marks & Spencer has appointed TV star and campaigner Joanna Lumley as its “global eco ambassador”.
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AnalysisTrinity Leeds: A new heart of the city
Big property developments have all but ground to a halt. Next year only one major shopping centre scheme will open – Trinity Leeds. Ben Cooper takes a tour and assesses its prospects.
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NewsOnline retailers set to gain from new trust mark
Online retail association Interactive Media in Retail Group (IMRG) has signed a deal with Trusted Shops which could allow UK retailers to benefit from a potential £1bn of sales.
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OpinionM&S still a work in progress
Marks & Spencer’s fourth-quarter update on Tuesday failed to meet market expectations and the share price fell sharply.
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AnalysisHow to cut energy costs
With energy prices rising steadily, costs are getting increasingly hard to control. What can retailers do to reduce their bills? Rebecca Thomson reports.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Marks & Spencer's buying slip-up
There is one thing worse for retailers than having insufficient stock, and that is having too much, Marks & Spencer chief executive Marc Bolland said today.
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AnalysisMarks & Spencer fourth quarter: What the analysts say
The City passes judgement on Marks & Spencer’s trading statement
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NewsMarks & Spencer sales hit by stock shortage
Marks & Spencer was hit by a shortage of top fashion lines that undermined general merchandise sales in the fourth quarter.
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NewsTesco market share slips as Asda continues to gain
Tesco’s market share continued to slip in the three months to the end of March as Asda gained share.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: Marks & Spencer, Here Comes the Sun
Marks & Spencer has returned to its ‘M&S girls’ for the latest ad campaign, after a much discussed change in direction last year.
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AnalysisH&M’s brand new approach
The fashion giant’s plan for a new premium fascia will open the door to a broader customer base.
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AnalysisDaily deal sites: Can Groupon and LivingSocial help retail sales?
The popularity of daily deals websites has soared since they hit the UK just a few years ago, but multiples are still shy of the benefits. Charlotte Hardie finds out if they are missing a trick.
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AnalysisEaster: What do retailers need to know?
Vouchers, offers, reductions and free delivery are the name of the game as retailers go all out to maximise sales over the crucial four-day holiday.
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OpinionChina's rise could test retail's CSR credentials
China has overtaken the United States as the world’s biggest food and grocery retail market. It is a significant milestone, and underscores the importance of this market to international retailers as the world continues to shrink and home markets stagnate.
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NewsMarks & Spencer launches summer ad campaign
Marks & Spencer will launch its summer TV ad campaign tomorrow featuring the previous ad stars Myleene Klass, Twiggy and Dannii Minogue.
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NewsSir Stuart Rose criticises Sunday trading relaxation
Former Marks & Spencer chairman Sir Stuart Rose has criticised the relaxation of Sunday trading laws during the Olympics.
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NewsLidl makes fresh move as Easter battle begins
Lidl is stocking fresh fish in store for the first time in its battle for grocery spend.
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AnalysisDriving logistics efficiency
Faced with the challenge of cutting costs, supply chain teams should scrutinise logistics efficiency because even small changes can bring big savings. Alison Clements reports.
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NewsRetail Week Conference: day two highlights
Marks and Spencer boss Marc Bolland kicked off the second day of the Cloud Retail Week conference with a speech on the importance of sustainability, encouraging retailers to provide incentives for consumers to shop sustainably.