All Property articles – Page 109
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AnalysisCan secondary locations look forward to a retail revival as new names open?
High streets in smaller towns and cities are experiencing a retail renaissance as more and more value-led retailers target them for growth.
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OpinionRetailers know that something has to give on free delivery
The industry’s current model of free delivery is no longer sustainable and retailers will have to adapt their offers accordingly.
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NewsBoxpark given green light to open pop-up mall in Croydon
Boxpark is poised to open its second pop-up mall next summer after plans to move into Croydon were approved by council chiefs.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How Alteri can put a spring in Brantano and Jones Bootmaker's step
Footwear retailers Brantano and Jones Bootmaker are set for a new lease of life after being taken over by new owner Alteri Investments.
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NewsOxford Street retailers join forces to launch 'first' chip and PIN gift card
Retailers in London’s Oxford Street have joined forces to launch a new-look chip and PIN gift card ahead of the Christmas trading period.
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NewsShoppers to spend £420 each on Christmas with West End set for £2.3bn spree
Consumers plan to spend more than £400 each on Christmas shopping this year, with retailers in London’s West End poised for a £2.3bn bonanza.
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NewsAndy Bond to launch discount variety chain with backing from Christo Wiese
Former Asda boss Andy Bond is launching a discount variety chain in the UK backed by Christo Wiese, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsShoe Zone forecasts full-year sales fall after store closures
Shoe Zone said it expects a drop in full-year revenues “reflecting the continued planned closure of loss-making stores”.
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NewsCarpetright UK sales up as brand revamp remains 'on track'
Floorings giant Carpetright has reported UK like-for-likes up 4% in the 25 weeks to October 24 and said its aim to revitalise the brand is “on track”.
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OpinionPeter Williams: Reunions remind me how retail’s changed, mostly for the good
Sadly - for me - I’m in an era of my life when I am passing certain landmarks, and I’ve recently been to two significant reunions.
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AnalysisSainsbury’s pilots new-look stores as consumers seek speedy shopping
Sainsbury’s has unveiled a raft of initiatives in c-stores and supermarkets designed to cater for changing shopping habits.
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VideoWatch: How Harris + Hoole balances tech and personal service in stores
Head of coffee at Harris + Hoole explains how it uses an app and face-to-face interaction to create an excellent customer experience.
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VideoWatch: T2's approach to tea and the customer experience
The staff at Australian tea specialist T2 explain why an in-store sensory journey is important and how five-minute friendships help business.
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AnalysisInfographic: Meadowhall Shopping Centre's anniversary year in numbers
As Meadowhall Shopping Centre celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, Retail Week takes a look at the Sheffield mall’s key statistics.
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NewsMcColl's to sell 100 newsagents as it focuses on investing in profitable stores
McColl’s is to sell 100 of its newsagents after a review of its portfolio as it seeks to invest further in its profitable stores.
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NewsAsda to focus on big stores as click-and-collect expansion put on hold
Asda is scrapping investment in click-and-collect sites and slowing down its London expansion as it bids to rejuvenate existing stores.
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NewsOasis launches new format store featuring Prosecco bar and hairdresser
High street fashion chain Oasis is launching a London concept store complete with Prosecco bar and hairdresser on November 6.
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NewsRetailers can now follow many routes to growth in overseas markets
Retailers are expanding internationally for many reasons. For some it’s saturation in a home market; for others it’s the chance to exploit an identified opportunity in a new territory.
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AnalysisDoes Sainsbury's new 'micro' format need a new name?
The grocer is testing a new format under its Sainsbury’s Local banner but does it need to be rebadged given its smaller size?
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NewsHamleys sale to overseas buyer likely to be completed within weeks
The sale of famous toy retailer Hamleys to a Chinese buyer is thought likely to be completed within weeks after months of speculation.