All TK Maxx & TJX articles – Page 3
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NewsFashion retailers questioned by MPs on sustainability
Fashion retail bosses have been asked to explain to MPs what measures they are taking to minimise the environmental and social impact of the goods they sell.
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OpinionReality bites: Only 15 women are on our Power List
Every year that I put together the Retail Week Power List, I wait for the accusations of sexism. “Where are all the women?” come the cries. I agree: where are all the women?
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AnalysisTop 10: The most powerful women in retail
As Retail Week’s Be Inspired campaign continues to gain momentum, we’ve picked out 10 of the most powerful women in global retail – what makes them successful, and what can be learnt from their success?
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AnalysisFive lessons from the US for UK department stores
With Christmas sales ringing alarm bells for department stores, we examine how US operators are facing up to the numerous challenges for the format.
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AnalysisGlad tidings: 10 ways retail gave back in 2017
Year in, year out, not just during the traditional season of goodwill, retailers give back in countless ways to the communities they serve from Stornoway to Sussex.
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DataData: Top 20 international retailers by UK sales
Aldi is the largest international retailer in the UK, ahead of Amazon and Lidl.
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NewsMike Ashley’s Sports Direct launches BrandsMax fascia
Sports Direct tycoon Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct is developing a new business, BrandMax, which may be a bid to win trade from TKMaxx.
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DataFashion barometer: Primark benefits from ‘consumer buzz’
Primark has generated the largest amount of consumer buzz out of UK womenswear retailers during September.
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NewsTK Maxx profits fall amid store openings and rising wages
TK Maxx has posted a slump in full-year profits following investment in new stores and a hike in wage expenses.
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DataFashion monitor: New Look trumps Boohoo online
With a profit slump announcement still smarting for New Look, the fast-fashion retailer can take heart from out-performing pureplays when it comes to online satisfaction.
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DataFashion monitor: Boohoo edges closer to Asos
Online fashion brand Boohoo is continuing its impressive rise to popularity, having edged closer in consumer consideration to ecommerce forerunner Asos in June.
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DataData: Top 15 retailers to work for in the UK
In the fiercely competitive retail industry, which businesses are a cut above the rest when it comes to attracting and retaining employees?
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Retail VoiceHow chatbots create conversational commerce
Chatbots provide retailers with a host of opportunities, from operational efficiencies and enhanced customer experiences to cost saving and intentional selling. Microsoft explores the technology.
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InterviewInterview: Macy’s legend Lundgren on US department store turmoil
As he hands over the reins as chief executive, Macy’s Terry Lundgren discusses his career and why he’s confident department stores will thrive.
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NewsAldi and TK Maxx snap up former BHS units
A swathe of discount retailers including Aldi and Poundworld have taken on or are close to agreeing deals on former BHS units.
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DataData: Top 50 retailers by sales during 2015/16 financial year
Retail Week’s ranking of the UK’s top 50 retailers by sales for the 2015/16 financial year sees The Range, Inditex and Asos enter the table for the first time.
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NewsTK Maxx profits jump amid 'aggressive' cost controls
TK Maxx has posted a jump in full-year pre-tax profits after growing sales and focusing “aggressively” on cost controls.
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OpinionOpinion: C&A, Littlewoods, BHS… don’t let it happen to M&S
Here’s a little brain teaser for you. Complete the following sequence: C&A, Littlewoods, Woolworths, BHS and…?
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NewsTJX boosted by value credentials as its raises full-year forecast
TJX, the US-based value retailer, has raised its full-year guidance after a strong second-quarter driven by an increase in customer numbers.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Sports Direct, Karen Millen, Apple and more
Retail round-up: Sports Direct staff injuries higher than average, Apple’s Chinese investment and Karen Millen loses battle to use her name.