All Retail Week articles in Ocotber 25 2013 – Page 2
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NewsMcKesson strikes $8.3bn deal for Lloydspharmacy owner Celesio
Lloydspharmacy owner Celesio has been acquired by US drug wholesaler McKesson for $8.3bn (£5.12bn) including debt.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis reports strongest week of second half
John Lewis enjoyed its strongest week of the second half, which began on July 28, last week as sales rose 8.4% on last year.
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NewsJohn Lewis knits up some natur-wool fruit
People are told to get their five-a-day to stay healthy but there are certainly no vitamins in this fruit bowl on display at John Lewis Oxford Street.
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NewsWaitrose rolls out click-and-collect roll service for John Lewis products
Waitrose has stepped up the roll out of its click-and-collect service for John Lewis online orders ahead of the crucial festive season.
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InterviewQ&A: Karen Millen's chief executive Mike Shearwood
Mike Shearwood, chief executive of Karen Millen, speaks to Retail Week about his life working in retail.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: DFS hopes festive fulfilment pledge will win customers over
DFS promises in its new campaign that it will deliver sofas on time for Christmas, but it is questionable whether this fulfilment pledge will be enough to sway consumers to make such a big investment in the run-up to the festive holiday.
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OpinionComment: Retail needs a better deal on rates
When we set out to publish an alternative review of the high street we all had one thing in mind. We wanted to start a conversation about change and kick-start a different debate about the future of the high street.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: Carrefour third-quarter results hint at upturn
Carrefour’s third-quarter figures raised eyebrows for the right reasons, not least because they marked a return to like-for-like growth in the French giant’s domestic market for the first time in more than two years.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is better parking the answer for high street retailers?
The latest initiative to help high streets is designed to make parking easier. But the Government’s promise to make town centres more car-friendly has been met with scepticism.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Kingfisher fixes up its offer with product innovation
The DIY giant’s One Team Product Show highlighted its plan to grow the home improvement market by selling exciting, user-friendly products. Nicola Harrison visited the event to check out its new range.
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NewsRetail sales for the next six months predicted to jump above historical average
Retail sales in the next six months are expected to perform significantly better than the 10-year average in signs that the sector is recovering.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What can I do to make my stores greener?
What can I do to make my stores greener?
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OpinionRetail surgery: Is now a good time to review distribution operations?
Retail operations are changing as multichannel permeates the industry.
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OpinionComment: Matalan’s Sporting Pro could be an interesting rival to Sports Direct
Matalan has just revealed that its first Sporting Pro store is to open in central London next month - the first of 14 new shops due to open before Christmas.
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NewsAlliance Boots' independent pharmacy aims to become a 'household name'
Alliance Boots’ Alphega Pharmacy chain is targeting UK and overseas growth as it aims to become a “household name”.
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OpinionComment: Debenhams has not been blinded by short-term gains
Today’s results represent good progress for Debenhams against the backdrop of a marketplace that remains challenging.
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OpinionComment: Ecommerce investors are becoming ever more discerning
Valued at an estimated £78 billion last year and still growing rapidly, the UK ecommerce market is an extremely profitable sector that shows no sign of slowing down.
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NewsDebenhams brand mix to move more upmarket after Oxford Street revamp
Debenhams is looking to bring more upmarket brands into its business on the back of its £25m Oxford Street redevelopment.
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AnalysisDebenhams full year results: what the analysts say
Debenhams today revealed that total group sales increased 2.5% during the 52 weeks to 31 August 2013, however pre-tax profit fell 2.7%. Retail Week rounds up reaction to the results.
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NewsDr Martens bought for £300m by private equity firm Permira
Footwear brand and retailer Dr Martens has been acquired by an investment vehicle backed by private equity firm Permira Funds for £300m.