London
This coverage focuses on retail activity, trends, and developments in London, a central hub of the UK retail industry. Reporting highlights flagship store openings, property developments, regional economic factors, consumer behaviour, and strategic moves by both international and domestic brands. Tailored for retail executives and managers, it offers insights into operating and competing in one of the worldโs most dynamic retail markets.
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Apr- 2018 -10 AprilAdvice
Are you maximising paid search?
Whilst key events, such as Black Friday, the January Sales and Bank Holidays, provide a massive opportunity for retailers, they also bring with them increased competition as the sector ramps up paid search activity consecutively. The key to success over competitors lies in smart forward planning and specifically, maximising these…
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Mar- 2018 -22 MarchAdvice
How the personal touch drives retail success
Retailers today have to go the extra mile to secure customersโ attention. Tactics, like personalisation, which previously were labelled โnice to haveโ, are now essential. Indeed, brands looking to succeed in this changeable marketplace, must create personalised experiences through the customer journey to meet rising expectations. Those that do it…
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19 MarchProperty
Hammerson rejects Klรฉpierre takeover bid in โless than 24 hoursโ
French real estate investment fund Klรฉpierre has confirmed its takeover bid of Hammerson was rejected in โless than 24 hoursโ. In a statement, Klรฉpierre said on 8 March it made a proposal “on a non-adversarial basis” to the Hammerson board with the intention of starting “a constructive dialogue”. The offer…
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15 MarchOnline & Digital
Richemontโs Yoox Net-a-Porter acquisition approved by Italian regulator
Italian market watchdog Consob has given the green light for Richemontโs takeover of luxury online retailer Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP). Swiss-based Richemont, which owns brands such as Cartier, Montblanc and Dunhill London, already has a stake in the YNAP Group, but in January made a public tender offer to buy the…
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14 MarchHigh Street
Research shows Brexit doesnโt mean exit for international retailers in London
Research from real estate advisor, Colliers International, reveals that in the face economic uncertainty due to Brexit, Central London still remains a prime destination for international brands. Colliers found over 50% of stores on core shopping streets are international brands and 30 new retailers have arrived in the last year…
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13 MarchGovernment
Oxford street pedestrianisation edges closer amid widespread support
Plans to transform Londonโs Oxford Street into a pedestrian-only zone has received widespread support, according to a consultation report. Transport for London (TfL) and Westminster City Council said that of the 22,000 responses 48% were completely happy for the plans to go ahead and another 16% were happy despite having…
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13 MarchHigh Street
Study finds independent retail and leisure outlet growth is soaring
As multiple stores like New Look, Maplin and Toys โRโ Us close, a study byย OnBuy.com has found that this has led to a rapid increase in the number of independent retailers. The study from the online retailer considered where multiple stores have declined in comparison to areas independent stores are…
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12 MarchHigh Street
Retail footfall drops in February
Retail footfall decreased by 0.5% in February 2018, and is a major decline compared with the rate of 1.0% seen the previous year. According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC) this figure is better than the three-month average of -2.0% and the twelve-month average of -0.7%. However, Greater London and…
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7 MarchClothing & Shoes
New Look announces CVA proposal, 980 staff at risk
Clothing chain New Look has announced company voluntary agreement (CVA) proposal that will look to close up to 60 stores, reduce rental costs and potentially make up to 980 staff members redundant. Under the proposal, the fashion retailer has identified 60 out of its total 593 stores in the UK…
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1 MarchLuxury Goods
Burberry appoints Riccardo Tisci as chief creative officer
Burberry has announced that Riccardo Tisci has been appointed chief creative officer, replacing longtime creative chief Christopher Bailey effective 12 March 2018. Tisci, who is a graduate of Central Saint Martins in London, will direct all of the fashion retailers collections and will present his first for the brand in…
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