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News
Store shelves left empty as snow prompts shopping rush
Some shops have run out of basics such as bread and milk after shoppers stocked up on them when snow gripped the country.
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Eataly to make UK debut in London’s Broadgate
Food retailer and restaurant specialist Eataly is to open its first British marketplace in London.
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Maplin staff offered jobs lifeline by Dixons Carphone
Maplin employees who face losing their jobs after the retailer’s collapse may find new roles at rival Dixons Carphone.
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Analysis
Podcast: Why supply chain tech investment is crucial
Experience is going to be the key battleground in supply chain and significant investment is required to compete, retailers Kingfisher and Mountain Warehouse have warned.
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News
Agenda: John Lewis, Kantar, BRC KPMG, Retail Week Live
Retail Week looks ahead to the next seven days, with an update from John Lewis and Retail Week Live on the agenda.
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Video
The Retail Week: Is it 2008 revisited for retail?
As Toys R Us and Maplin both go into administration this week, the team discuss whether the past is repeating itself, and what steps retailers need to take to avoid it happening to them.
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Analysis
Infographic: Walmart on Asda's lacklustre festive quarter
Words and numbers, March 2, 2018: Walmart’s chief executive on Asda’s lacklustre festive quarter, Tesco’s gender pay gap, and Primark’s forecast half-year sales climb
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Analysis
Analysis: Five things retailers can learn from Greggs
Traditionally known as a high street baker, Greggs has transformed its business model since 2013, when it ushered in a new strategy.
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News
New Look plans 60% rent reductions under potential CVA
New Look is planning to slash rents by up to 60% under the terms of a potential company voluntary arrangement (CVA) being discussed with landlords.
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Opinion
Opinion: Should retailers switch to UK manufacturing?
Despite dampened fashion sales in the UK, retail’s supply chains are still faced with immense pressure to satisfy increased consumer demand for newness in today’s buy-now-wear-now culture.
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News
Shop Direct reshuffles product team amid further exits
Shop Direct has reshuffled its product top team, promoting its group merchandising director to group product director as its group fashion director exits the business.
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Analysis
In pictures: King's Cross retail, the story to date
Leisure and retail in King’s Cross continues to evolve. John Ryan takes a look at what’s on offer in anticipation of Coal Drops Yard opening in October.
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News
Burberry ushers in Bailey replacement from Givenchy
Burberry has appointed former Givenchy creative director Riccardo Tisci as its chief creative officer, replacing Christopher Bailey.
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Asda becomes latest grocer to reveal gender pay gap
Asda has revealed its gender pay gap and vowed to tackle the “challenge” of employing more women in senior roles.
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Steinhoff first-quarter sales slump as scandal deepens
Steinhoff has posted a fall in its UK and overall first-quarter sales as chairwoman Heather Sonn warned that its accounting scandal could stretch beyond the €6bn already flagged.
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Carpetright issues third profit warning in three months
Carpetright has warned on profits for the third time in as many months as it kicks off talks with lenders to ensure compliance with its existing loans.
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B&Q parent Kingfisher reveals gender pay gap
Kingfisher has published its gender pay gap across its UK fascias, revealing the lowest disparity of any major retailer to date across all measures.
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News
New Look consults bondholders to pave way for CVA
New Look has kick-started a consultation with its bondholders in the clearest indication yet that it will launch a company voluntary arrangement (CVA).
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News
Amazon snaps up smart doorbell firm Ring in $1bn deal
Amazon has purchased smart doorbell company Ring for more than $1bn (£720m), in one of the etailer’s largest acquisitions to date.
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Retail Voice
Unified retail and the future of shopping
Salesforce director of UK retail Chris Wood discusses the importance of technology and data in creating a seamless shopping experience across channels.