All Primark articles – Page 7
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Analysis
Tracker: Retail reacts to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Retail Week rounds up the actions being taken by retailers in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Last updated March 29, 2022.
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Data
Data: Primark and Amazon rank among most sustainable retailers in new consumer poll
Retail Week’s ground-breaking new report reveals the findings of exclusive research with 1,000 UK consumers on what sustainability means to them, how it is influencing their spending and how much they care about retailers driving the ESG agenda.
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News
Primark places bet on bumper summer and sets date for revamped website
Primark has recorded an uptick in sales of summer holiday gear as consumers gear up for a restriction-free season.
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News
Primark sales rocket as lockdown fades into past
Sales at value fashion giant Primark surged 60% year on year in its first half – when stores remained open, in contrast to Covid closures the previous year.
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Opinion
‘UK retailers could follow US as ghost kitchens swoop into supermarkets’
Ghost kitchens are becoming an increasing part of the food retail landscape as grocers and restaurants compete for stomach share. Innovations in the US, from TikTok to Kroger, may inspire similar initiatives in the UK, says George MacDonald
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Gallery
Store gallery: Greggs rolls into Primark with new cafe concept
Greggs has opened its shop-in-shop in Primark’s Birmingham flagship.
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Analysis
From Crocs and KFC to Yeezy and Gap – seven of retail’s most surprising collaborations
This week, Primark and Greggs revealed they were teaming up for a limited-edition collaboration. Retail Week takes a look at some of the more memorable retail partnerships from around the world.
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News
Greggs and Primark launch clothing collection and in-store food offer
Greggs has launched a clothing range in partnership with Primark, with the retailer also planning to open a Greggs cafe in its Birmingham store.
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News
Primark pledges to keep prices low and cuts 400 jobs
Value fashion giant Primark has vowed not to increase prices, despite an inflationary environment, and is to axe 400 jobs.
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News
Primark posts festive sales gains but lags pre-pandemic levels
Primark has registered a spike in sales during the crucial Christmas trading period but lagged behind pre-pandemic levels.
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Opinion
‘How green can retailers become and still turn a profit?’
Over the past few years there has been a noticeable shift in consumer behaviour with people becoming more conscious about what they buy and how they shop.
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Analysis
Who will be the retail winners and losers of 2022?
Which retailers will fly and flop in the year to come? We asked retail experts to share their tips for 2022.
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News
Primark predicts sales gains despite supply chain and Covid disruption
Primark owner Associated British Foods expects sales at the retailer to rise in the coming months despite the reintroduction of coronavirus restrictions in Europe and supply chain challenges.
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Opinion
‘Retailers are encouraging Christmas shoppers back in store with excitement and theatre’
Currys, Kingfisher and Primark are just three of the retailers demonstrating the importance of the store to boosting customer engagement this golden quarter, writes Fran Minogue.
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News
Primark leans into homewares after successful trial in Birmingham
Primark is set to roll out a dedicated homewares space in 40 stores after a successful trial in its Merry Hill store in Birmingham.
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News
Primark plans more store openings as profits rise
Primark owner Associated British Foods is seeking to grow the retailer’s store estate as it delivered a profit in the midst of pandemic disruption.
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Analysis
Analysis: Will fast fashion be dead in a decade?
Zalando boss Robert Gertz sensationally claimed that the fast fashion model is unsustainable in a greener future - is he right?
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Opinion
‘Asos and Primark’s ESG targets are on the right track, but time is running out’
The unveiling of sustainability strategies by Primark and Asos was touted as a potential landmark moment for the fashion sector. However, while both plans are admirable in their scope, Rosie Shepard argues that the targets set out may be too distant to make a difference.
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News
Primark unveils latest sustainable and ethical trade pledges
Primark has vowed to make sustainable clothing affordable for all customers as it reveals its latest programme of sustainable commitments.
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News
Primark to showcase 80% of range on new customer-facing website
Primark is in the midst of building a customer-facing website, announced earlier this year.