Mike Ashley calls govt ‘delusional’ and asks PM to help turn around Harvey Nichols
Mike Ashley has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham calling for the government to focus on what he describes as the underlying pressures facing retailers.
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The Backroom: A sit-down with Ron Johnson
The retail veteran shares his journey with Apple, the infamous stint with J.C. Penney and more ahead of the release of his memoir, “Shop Different.”
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[In the picture] Waterloo is a springboard for further growth e5 fashion chain
Even before the official launch, the first French-language store of the e5 fashion chain is performing quite well. The retailer, which is experiencing strong growth in a shrinking…
Retail investment at risk as sales volumes tumble
CBI survey shows retail volumes falling for 11th consecutive month as costs pressure investment
Temu owner sees Q2 profits fall amid domestic competition
The online retail giant reported a 12% drop in quarterly net income despite revenue growth
Abercrombie & Fitch sets new record in fifteenth consecutive quarter of growth
After yet another record quarter, Abercrombie & Fitch is raising its outlook for the full fiscal year. The American fashion group is benefiting from growth at both of its brands…
Moving From AI Pilot To Progress
Businesses that adopt an integrated, ecosystem-based approach to agentic AI stand to gain faster, smarter decision-making.
Valsoia Expands European Retail Footprint Into New Markets
Italian health-food manufacturer Valsoia has announced new distribution agreements with large European supermarket chains.
How Athleta is revamping its brand narrative with bolder purpose
Chief marketer Erika Everett details a fall campaign that aims to be more provocative and visually distinct than the activewear retailer’s past marketing.
95% of retail space at Belgian Shopping Cora sites already leased
Mitiska REIM reports that 95% of the retail space at the sites of the seven former Cora hypermarkets has now been leased. A major European fashion retailer will open large stores…
“Cook the flyer”: Colruyt combines recipes with ingredients on promotion
Since September is an expensive month for families with children, Colruyt is launching a series of easy, balanced recipes built entirely around products on sale. Families can save…
Migros Allocates CHF2m To Support Swiss Farmers Amid Drought
Swiss retailer Migros has announced a CHF 2 million (€2.1m) fund to support local farmers struggling with the impact of extreme weather.