Industry News

Shops looking to cater more for men

Dec 30, 2011

Supermarkets in America are looking to change the layouts of their stores in order to make it easier for male shoppers to find their way around.

John Lewis unveils virtual window displays

Dec 30, 2011

Department store John Lewis has brought virtual window displays to seven of its high street stores.

Next expected to reveal strong trading performance

Dec 29, 2011

Clothing retailer Next is expected to post strong trading figures next week when it reveals details of its performance in the run up to Christmas.

Tourists help boost retailers' takings

Dec 29, 2011

Overseas visitors keen to get their hands on the latest designer goods have helped boost profits of UK high street retailers.

Brighton and Hove firms use window displays to drum up business

Dec 28, 2011

Flashy window displays are helping independent retailers in Brighton and Hove to boost their takings over the festive period.

Brits hit the shops to grab post-Christmas bargains

Dec 28, 2011

British consumers spent a record £2.6bn at the tills yesterday, according to retail industry figures.