All South America articles
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News
Natura &Co losses widen as it explores ‘potential separation’ of Avon
Brazilian cosmetics giant and former owner of The Body Shop Natura &Co has posted widening losses as Avon International sales continued to fall in the first quarter of the year.
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Gallery
Brazilian brand Farm Rio opens first European store on King’s Road
Brazilian fashion and lifestyle brand Farm Rio has opened its 100th international and first-ever European store on King’s Road, Chelsea, London.
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News
H&M boss Helmersson names three key investment areas
H&M profits and sales beat expectations as the retailer achieved more full-price sales.
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News
Carrefour to buy Brazil’s Grupo Big from Walmart for €1.1bn
Carrefour has struck a deal to buy Brazil’s third-largest food retailer Grupo Big from Walmart for €1.1bn (£950m).
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Gallery
In pictures: The best Christmas window displays around the world
From Thailand to France to Venezuela, Retail Week takes a look at the festive windows of department stores from around the globe.
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Gallery
Store Gallery: How South American giant Falabella is designing stores for omnichannel
Storied department store group Falabella is one of Chile’s most treasured national brands. Recognised across the region as an early adopter with a track record in innovation, the pioneering traits that helped it win that status are much in evidence.
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Opinion
Dispatch: How Brazilian retail has innovated at the height of Covid-19
As coronavirus takes its toll on economies and businesses across the globe, Retail Week brings you regular dispatches from international retailers and experts, who provide their insights into how they are coping with the pandemic.
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News
Global Fashion Group narrows losses as sales spike
Fashion etailer Global Fashion Group has narrowed its full-year losses following a spike in sales.
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News
Walgreens Boots sales up as Rite Aid merger scrapped
Walgreens Boots Alliance’s domestic sales edged up in its third-quarter but the pharmacy giant was hit by currency fluctuations and scaled back its proposed takeover of Rite Aid.
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Analysis
At a glance: The Body Shop owner Natura Cosméticos
The Body Shop has been sold by L’Oréal for £880m. Retail Week takes a closer look at the beauty retailer’s new owners, Natura Cosméticos.
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Retail Voice
Optimising payment strategies to boost cross-border sales
Understanding local payment landscapes when entering any market is vital. Adyen explores these in China, Brazil, Mexico and Southeast Asia.
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News
The Body Shop to launch its first bricks-and-mortar store in Chile
The Body Shop will open its first store in “the most sustainable mall in Chile” this month as it bolsters its presence in Latin America.
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Opinion
Opinion: Why UK retailers should be red hot for Chile
As the Rio Olympic Games put the spotlight on South America, what opportunities does Chile afford UK retail?
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News
Target CIO tightens IT budget but grows staff numbers amid tech focus
Target IT boss Mike McNamara has cut the retailer’s tech budget, despite hiring 700 new engineers to drive its focus on technology.
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Analysis
Analysis: 20 international giants that should be on the radar of UK retail
British and European retailers are increasingly attracting the interest of overseas buyers. Here are the names you need to know.
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Gallery
Store of the week: Livraria Cultura's wide open space in São Paulo
Livraria Cultura’s São Paulo showpiece offers shoppers an inviting, bright, wooden space in which to peruse potential purchases.
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News
Rappi app lets users shop for groceries by swiping smartphone screens
A start-up in Colombia has launched a smartphone app that allows users to shop for groceries by swiping their fingers across a screen.
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Analysis
Analysis: EBay's international results paint a disappointing picture
EBay’s latest figures reveal a lacklustre performance over the golden quarter and signal weak results for its full-year trading.
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Analysis
Analysis: Walmart closures show quest for simplification and efficiency
Walmart has announced a spate of store closures across the globe, a move that will primarily impact its US and Latin American operations.
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Analysis
International analysis: Carrefour European comeback almost complete
French supermarket group Carrefour has recorded a solid full-year performance across all markets, especially South America.