John Lewis
This coverage explores John Lewis’s strategy, operations, and performance within the UK retail sector. Reporting includes store and online developments, product innovation, marketing campaigns, financial results, leadership decisions, and employee-owned business dynamics. With a focus on commercial impact and competitive strategy, it provides insights for professionals managing department stores, multi-channel retail, and premium consumer brands.
-
Oct- 2023 -9 OctoberSupermarkets
John Lewis to persist with housing venture despite ‘extreme challenges’
John Lewis strategy director Nina Bhatia has maintained that the retailer’s commitment to its housing venture was “unwavering” in The Telegraph, regardless of who will succeed Dame Sharon White as chairman. This comes after last December, the retailer revealed plans to build 1,000 rental properties on its land as part…
Read More » -
3 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-3/10/23
Next announced the retirement of its CFO, Amanda James, after 28 years of service. This transition is aligned with James’ long-standing plans and is set for September 26 2024, following the release of interim results. Jonathan Blanchard of Reiss is slated to succeed her, bringing over three decades of financial…
Read More » -
3 OctoberPeople Moves
John Lewis’ next chairman could be part-time
John Lewis’ next chairman could reportedly be offered a part-time role following suggestions from Dame Sharon White in order to help attract high-level talent as her successor, according to The Telegraph. It comes as White is expected to step down from her role in early 2025 after she told the…
Read More » -
2 OctoberNews
Dame Sharon White to step down as John Lewis Chair next year
John Lewis Partnership chair Dame Sharon White is reportedly set to step down from her role next year, according to BBC News. The outlet has reported that White has begun talks with the firm’s board in order to start the search for her successor. She has been in the role…
Read More » -
Sep- 2023 -29 SeptemberSupermarkets
John Lewis considers offloading 12 Waitrose stores for £150m
John Lewis Partnership Plc is reportedly planning to sell 12 Waitrose supermarkets for as much as £150m in a bid to raise more capital, according to Bloomberg. Some people familiar with the matter told Bloomberg that CBRE has been appointed as agent for the partnership and the marketing of the…
Read More » -
27 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief-27/09/23
Tesco is freezing prices on over 1,000 items until 2024 in response to the cost-of-living crisis. Products like Typhoo One Cup teabags, Jacobs’ Cream Crackers, and Aquafresh Toothpaste are included. The supermarket is continuously cutting prices, with recent reductions on items like Andrex Toilet Tissue, Free From white rolls, and…
Read More » -
27 SeptemberNews
John Lewis unveils new Christmas shops
John Lewis has unveiled its Christmas shops to customers nationwide, featuring more than 1,000 decorations. The announcement comes as demand for festive products has surged since the launch of the online shop last month, which saw sales of Christmas decorations up 25% compared to the same period last year. Supersized…
Read More » -
14 SeptemberDepartment Stores
John Lewis losses narrow in H1
The John Lewis Partnership has revealed that its losses before tax fell 41% to £59m for the 26 weeks ended 29 July 2023. Alongside this the company’s losses before tax and exceptional items fell 14% to £57.3m down from £66.8m in the same period last year. Sales at the company…
Read More » -
14 SeptemberNews
The Entertainer appoints new CEO
The Entertainer, the UK’s largest independent toy retailer, has announced the appointment of Andrew Murphy as group chief executive officer. Murphy most recently held the role of group chief operating officer at John Lewis Partnership (JLP). He started his career on the John Lewis shop floor in Aberdeen, rising quickly…
Read More » -
13 SeptemberNews
John Lewis to add 20 new brands to Autumn collection
John Lewis is aiming to become the high street and online destination for contemporary fashion by adding 20 new brands to its Autumn collection. The move is part of the company’s strategy to increase the frequency of fashion spend and build its market share with a younger demographic. Each new…
Read More »
