M&S launches new budget food range
May 14, 2012 12:05 pmMarks & Spencer has become the latest supermarket to revamp its own label ranges with the launch of a new budget range. The retailer hopes that... View Article
General Merchandise News
Tesco revives Clubcard Exchange promotion
May 14, 2012 12:05 pmTesco is to revive its Clubcard Exchange programme as the battle between supermarkets over voucher promotions intensifies. During a month-long promotion, the supermarket’s customers will be... View Article
Occa-Home eyes expansion
May 14, 2012 11:23 amOcca-Home, the online homeware and furniture retailer, has announced plans for growth and international expansion after securing investment from retail specialists, The William Currie Group. In... View Article
John Lewis weekly sales up 18.3%
May 11, 2012 12:16 pmJohn Lewis enjoyed another week of strong trading last week as the wet weather contributed to an 18.3% rise in sales compared to the same week... View Article
200% rise in retail job applications for 50% fewer roles
May 11, 2012 12:16 pmA new study has found that there has been a 200% increase in the number of applications for 50% fewer retail jobs in the UK, during... View Article
Sales growth slows in UK grocery sector, says Nielsen
May 11, 2012 12:16 pmSales growths in the UK grocery sector suffered last month as the cold and wet weather compounded unfavourable comparisons with the hot bumper Easter of April... View Article
Radley+Co improves online conversion by 10%
May 11, 2012 12:15 pmLuxury bags and accessories retailer Radley+Co has announced an increase in online sales and an improvement in online conversion of 10%. The company said the improvement... View Article
Retailers must recognise social media as a customer service channel
May 10, 2012 12:09 pmDespite good customer service translating directly into increased loyalty there are still very few retailers using social media channels to engage with their customers even though... View Article
Clinton Cards pushed into administration
May 10, 2012 11:37 amGreetings cards retailer Clinton Cards has been forced into administration by its biggest supplier, putting 8,000 jobs at risk. The group, which is the UK’s biggest... View Article
