All Stores and property articles – Page 64
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is WHSmith underestimating the power of the high street?
In the same week that Primark and Marks & Spencer lauded the return of shoppers to the high street, WHSmith’s focus remains on its travel business – is it missing a trick?
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AnalysisStrategy spotlight: Five reasons Next will win during times of economic crisis
As the UK economy continues to destabilise, will Next’s enviable ecosystem and willingness to invest be enough to steer it unscathed through the volatility?
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GalleryFirst look: Asda debuts Express standalone convenience store format
Asda has opened its first standalone Express c-store in the West Midlands, signalling a first shot across the bows of competitors in the crowded convenience market
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NewsRetail sales slow as customers delay spending ahead of Christmas
Retail sales slowed in October as the cost-of-living crisis prompted customers to delay spending ahead of Christmas.
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NewsMarks & Spencer Marble Arch demolition critics 'make key concessions'
Campaigners against the demolition and redevelopment of Marks & Spencer’s flagship Marble Arch store are said to have conceded fundamental flaws in their argument against the scheme.
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Opinion'Difficult trading conditions offer a good opportunity to accelerate renewal'
While many retailers will approach uncertain conditions by looking to reduce costs and scale back, arbitrarily cutting investment is not a long-term approach, believes Lisa Hooker
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GalleryStore gallery: Red Bull-owned fashion label AlphaTauri unveils London flagship
AlphaTauri has opened the doors to its new flagship store in Knightsbridge, London
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GalleryStore gallery: Primark reopens Belfast flagship following £100m restoration project
Primark’s Belfast store has reopened four years after it was gutted by a fire.
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NewsMorrisons to close 132 McColl's stores putting 1,300 jobs at risk
Morrisons is to close more than 130 McColl’s stores, leaving 1,300 jobs hanging in the balance.
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NewsAsda completes purchase of 132 Co-op petrol forecourts
Asda has formally completed a deal to acquire 132 petrol forecourt sites from the Co-op, subject to regulatory approval.
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NewsIkea weighs in behind M&S' Oxford Street redevelopment ahead of flagship opening
Furniture giant Ikea has supported Marks & Spencer’s plans to redevelop its Marble Arch store ahead of its own debut on Oxford Street.
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AnalysisStrategy spotlight: Five ways Dunelm will ensure growth beyond the homewares boom
Value-led homewares specialist Dunelm has delivered one of retail’s strongest performances over the past two years. A new digital platform served it well in the pandemic and its low-cost operating model has protected margins, but as the post-Covid homewares boom relaxes amid the cost-of-living crisis will it be able to sustain its success?
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AnalysisResearch: Stores key to 2023 investment strategy, say Primark, Under Armour and Waitrose bosses
Retail stores will see investment this year and remain central to many retailers’ strategy next year, the UK’s leading CEOs reveal in Retail Week’s strategic outlook report Retail 2023
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NewsNew stores recovery threatened by £800m business rates rise
The rate of store vacancies improved in the third quarter across all retail locations, but physical retail’s recovery is in danger of being held back by an £800m increase in business rates costs.
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Opinion'Welcome to Web -1.0, where pureplays struggle and stores are stars'
Never mind the metaverse and Web 3.0 – as ecommerce players fall on tougher times, retailers must focus on creating genuinely multichannel models, writes Retail Week executive editor George MacDonald
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GalleryStore gallery: Gymshark boss hails 'iconic' Regent Street location ahead of flagship opening
Gymshark’s first flagship store is set to open on London’s Regent Street on Saturday and founder and chief executive Ben Francis says “it will be one of those days that none of us ever forget”.
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NewsPrimark invests in Oxford Street store with Greggs cafe and vintage offer
Primark has opened two new elements in its Oxford Street East store as it places its bets on the shopping destination’s future.
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NewsIkea targets North West for expansion
Furniture and home giant Ikea aims to expand its presence in the North West where it will open three Plan and Order Points.
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NewsMarks & Spencer to quit Oxford Street flagship if rebuild plan rejected
Marks & Spencer has warned that it will cease trading from its flagship store on London’s Oxford Street unless redevelopment plans are given the go-ahead.
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NewsNew PM Sunak warned 10% business rates rise poses serious threat to retail
New Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has been urged to act on business rates, as the equivalent of a 10% increase next year threatens the survival of many retail businesses.