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NewsUK retail sales inch up but gloomy weather drags down fashion
UK retail sales inched up in February, although gloomy weather hampered fashion and non-food categories were generally muted.
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NewsMango goes from strength to strength as profits and sales soar
Spanish fashion giant Mango has delivered another strong set of results, reporting an increase in both turnover and profits.
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NewsRace for WHSmith high street business down to two bidders
The expectation is that a deal is being targeted for April.
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GalleryPrimark opens first-ever standalone home store
Primark has today opened the doors of its world-first standalone home concept in Belfast City Centre
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NewsCurrys invests millions in ‘inflation-beating boost’ to colleague pay
Currys has invested £8m in what it calls an “inflation-beating boost” to hourly paid colleagues.
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NewsNew retailer body releases plan for business rates
High Streets UK, a new initiative launched by representatives from British retailers, has laid out a series of policy recommendations in response to the government’s business rates discussion paper, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsPepco ‘actively exploring separation options’ for Poundland
Pepco Group has said it is “actively exploring separation options” for Poundland as it aims to focus on a single format and move away from fast moving consumer goods (FMCG).
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DataRanking: the five most engaged retailers on social media
Whether dancing with Percy Pig or matching shoppers to products using their star signs, retailers are coming up with new ways to connect with their audience on social media – but who does it best?
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NewsFebruary footfall rises thanks to half-term and Valentine’s Day
UK retail in February saw a rise in footfall across all destinations as shoppers took advantage of the half-term break and Valentine’s Day.
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NewsTopshop teases Oxford Street return with mayor of London video
Fashion retailer Topshop has posted another hint towards a return to bricks-and-mortar on London’s iconic Oxford Street.
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NewsAldi makes appointment for newly created role
Aldi has appointed a new chief financial officer for the UK and Ireland, a newly created role for the grocer.
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NewsCo-op found to have illegally blocked rival store openings
Regulator the Competition and Markets Authority has found that the Co-op unlawfully stopped competitors from opening shops near its branches.
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NewsBoots owner Walgreens on the verge of $10bn private equity takeover
US based owner of Boots, Walgreens Boots Alliance, is close to a $10bn takeover by a private equity firm.
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Retail VoiceFour steps to cutting costs and elevating efficiency
With two transformative recycling initiatives set to reshape the retail landscape this year, Acopia examines how retailers can take control of GNFR to reduce costs and boost sustainability
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NewsEvening commute is 'sweet spot' for Greggs as it eyes late-night sales
Food-to-go specialist Greggs has said the evening commute is a “sweet spot” for sales as it eyes further opportunities for trading later in the day.
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NewsB&Q boosts hourly wages to among highest in retail
B&Q has cemented its position among the UK’s highest-paying retailers after bumping its hourly pay rate by 50p per hour.
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NewsShop prices remain in deflation but this is set to be short lived
Shop prices have remained in a state of deflation in February, but there are warnings that inflation can rise due to recent price hikes, geopolitical tensions, and the £7bn in added retail costs.
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NewsPrimark partners with Pinterest on new homeware collection
Value fashion giant Primark has announced the launch of its first-ever Pinterest-inspired homeware collection.
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NewsAvon exec sets target for global store expansion this year
Avon’s chief marketing officer has said the beauty brand has a goal for the number of global stores it plans to sell in this year, Retail Week can reveal.
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InterviewQ&A: Avon chief marketing officer – ‘we need to fish where the fish are’
As Avon continues its mission to modernise, Retail Week spoke to its chief marketing officer, Ozlem Citci, to find out how she is driving an improved omnichannel strategy, getting the word out and the continued importance of empowering women.