Archive for April, 2017

April 30, 2017

A sixth consecutive increase in l-f-l growth for Morrisons as the turnaround continues under CEO David Potts’ ‘Fix, Rebuild and Grow’ strategy, as Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Easter helped drive sales of almost £4bn in Q1. Read more.

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April 27, 2017

Bunnings records an increase in customer transactions. Following a decline in sales in H1 for DIY specialist Bunnings, the retailer has reported that sales continued to be impacted in its third quarter during the process of converting Homebase to the Bunnings estate. Read more.

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April 21, 2017

BHETA members launch exciting new products BHETA helps bring together manufacturers, suppliers and retailers to uncover new product solutions from...

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April 20, 2017

A mixed bag of results is typical from Debenhams, with today’s update no different: H1 UK GTV reached £1,345m, UK l-f-ls were up 0.5%, but domestic operating profit fell by 11.3% to £67.5m. Continued underwhelming trading has resulted in the retailer’s new turnaround strategy, Debenhams Redesigned, aiming to boost destination appeal via experiential retail and a unique offer, and drive online growth.

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April 6, 2017

BHETA helps bring together manufacturers, suppliers and retailers to uncover new product solutions from premium branded to own label. Read more to find out what exclusive new products have just been launched.

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April 5, 2017

BHETA is to sponsor an exciting new programme of content at this year’s Exclusively Housewares and Exclusively Electrical Shows, all dedicated to exploring the latest predictions for consumer trends going forward into 2018. Trends forecaster, Scarlet Opus will again be working with BHETA to provide a brief on key consumer and design trends, organising BHETA-sponsored ‘Trend Tours’ and selecting ‘On Trend’ product from exhibitors to feature at the shows.

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April 5, 2017

The Forum, which takes place on April 21st at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry, provides an excellent opportunity for suppliers either experienced in or simply wanting a better understanding of e-commerce.

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April 4, 2017

Topps Tiles recorded a decline in H1 l-f-ls for the first time since FY 2012/13 as the retailer struggled against a stiff comparative and weak consumer confidence throughout the period. Read more.

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