Retail Gazette

MARCH 14, 2024

John Lewis appeared to backtrack on Dame Sharon White’s original turnaround plan as CEO Nish Kankiwala vowed to focus “unashamedly” on retail after the partnership posted its first profit in four years. We’ve secured the funding we need for the four years of the plan.

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Planning Department Stores Beauty and Health Supermarket 111

Retail Gazette

JANUARY 29, 2025

The cuts impact several head office management roles, management in Tesco Mobile phone shops and staff at its in-store bakeries, where it plans to move away from scratch baking. It has begun talking to colleagues about a series of proposed changes in stores and head offices as it looks for more efficient ways of working.

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Grocer Supermarket Value Offer Planning 122

Retail Gazette

JANUARY 10, 2024

rise in like-for-like sales over the golden quarter as its turnaround plan continues to bear fruit. It added that its “ Remarksable Value ” offer also performed strongly, with sales surging 18% over the golden quarter. M&S has hailed a strong Christmas trading, posting a better-than-expected 8.1%

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Department Stores Value Offer Planning Marketing 124

Retail Gazette

JUNE 5, 2024

B&M has beaten its lockdown peak, thanks to new store openings and continued demand for its value offer from cash-strapped shoppers. The value retailer’s statutory pre-tax profits jumped 14% to £498m in the 53 weeks to 25 March, up from £436m. It currently has 741 shops.

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Value Offer Shopping Location Planning 119

Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The chain’s value offer and rapidly expanding store network in recent years saw it overtake Morrisons to become the UK’s fourth largest supermarket in 2022. Stores Aldi is racing ahead with its store expansion plans, revealing this week it was ploughing £800m into accelerating its quest to reach 1,500 stores nationwide.

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Supermarket Grocer Payment Services Checkout 116

Retail Gazette

JULY 9, 2023

The pair also plan to maximise the potential of the expanded customer base by diversifying its offer. Last month Ocado revealed it had slashed price of over 100 everyday food essentials as it looks to increase its value offer. The range is getting better,” he said.

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Grocer Value Offer Customer Experience Planning 98

Inside Retail

JULY 9, 2023

Less is more Supa Valu, which currently has three stores across New South Wales and Victoria, is in the process of launching its first store in Western Australia, where it will be trialling a number of new initiatives. While abundance is part of the plan for its stock, it isn’t for taking this approach to its stores.

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Supermarket Value Offer Planning Consumer 130

Inside Retail

JUNE 27, 2023

In an interview with Inside Retail , he discussed how CBCH and TDE are rebounding following collapse, as well as his plans to expand in the years to come. We’ve tried to be smart with our forward buying, we’ve [put] a lid on costs, and are making sure that we’re promoting a value offer. I call it swimming against the tide.”

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Accessories Promotions Fashion Planning 130

Wiser

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The convenience, variety, and value offered by online platforms presents a compelling proposition for consumers. One-fourth of consumers also reported that they planned to spend more on back-to-school shopping this year due to their need for bigger-ticket items such as computers, phones, calculators, or furniture.

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Retail Trends Promotions Department Stores Shopping 148

Retail Gazette

JUNE 18, 2024

At its peak, it was the clear greetings card market leader with over 1,000 stores and a presence in almost every major British town, but a n influx of internet rivals alongside the growing popularity of Card Factory’s value offer resulted in the retailer losing its grip on the industry.

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Planning Supermarket Shopping Management 52

Retail Gazette

MARCH 6, 2025

Pepco has also put a pause on the retailer’s expansion plans for the year. As of 10 December 2024, only 46 belonging to the fallen value retailer remained in Poundland’s portfolio. Poundland, which opened 84 last year, shuttered 13 stores in its most recent quarter, which it attributed mostly to lease expirations.

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Returns Supermarket Grocer Management 59

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 22, 2022

Don’t let your loyal customers learn your plan to increase prices from anyone but you. Template If You Plan to Raise Prices. Dripify offers this great price increase letter example for how to gently inform customers to expect a higher cost while detailing the new pricing plans. Step 2: Contact Customers Personally.

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Customer Retention Planning Shipping Value Offer 134

Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 7, 2021

While there certainly will be bargains offered, and there are still shoppers that plan their budgets and schedules around the discount event, overall, the joy of BFCM has been diluted, according to LoyaltyLion ’s most recent survey. This means retailers need to rethink their BFCM sales and assess the deals they offer.

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Promotions Consumer Shipping Value Offer 98

365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Created in partnership with TAG Heuer’s in-house design team, both the interior and exterior reflect the brand’s core values, offering shoppers a fully immersive retail experience. Designed to meticulous standards, the single-level boutique reflects the brand’s commitment to high-quality luxury.

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Boutique Shopping Value Offer Location 69

365 Retail

MAY 22, 2024

The company plans to further invest in its digital infrastructure and explore new market opportunities. It aims to continue its expansion into the convenience food sector and strengthen its position in the clothing market with innovative and fashionable product offerings. We are becoming more relevant, to more people, more of the time.

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Payment Services Planning Grocer Returns 64

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 30, 2024

The chain’s value offer and rapidly expanding store network in recent years saw it overtake Morrisons to become the UK’s fourth largest supermarket in 2022. Stores Aldi is racing ahead with its store expansion plans, revealing this week it was ploughing 800m into accelerating its quest to reach 1,500 stores nationwide.

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Supermarket Grocer Payment Services Checkout 59

Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

It spent £39m on price cuts in the half to bolster its value offer and win back the customers it lost as shoppers sought cheaper groceries elsewhere amid the cost-of-living crisis. After announcing plans to open 100 new little Waitrose stores last month, the retailer will soon open its first at Hampton Hill in South West London.

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Payment Services Grocer Department Stores Beauty and Health 72

Mass Relators

JULY 25, 2023

We have made significant enhancements to our private brands in 2023, and we know how important these value offerings are for our customers,” said Emily Taylor, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer at Dollar General. “We mass retailer or grocer.

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Grocer Fulfillment Value Offer Accounting 52

Retail Bound

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Additionally, involving retailers in the planning process can also help you identify any potential challenges and find solutions together. Make sure to create a unique and memorable event that aligns with your brand’s messaging and values. Offer special promotions or discounts.

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