http://www.kpmg.com/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/RSSFeeds&page=1e662afc-5666-4766-a53f-0c28a6956f93&wp=39f489eb-3e84-4b1c-8b57-35b8fc2bf078KPMG RSS, Retail and Consumer Goods60http://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-April-2013.aspxUK retail sales values were down 2.2% on a like-for-like basis from April 2012, when they had declined 3.3% on the preceding year.Wed, 08 May 2013 09:38:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/High-street-administration-appointments-down-nearly-50-percent.aspxThe latest statistics on administration appointments, issued by the Insolvency Service today, reveal that in the first quarter of 2013 appointments are down 28% on the previous yearFri, 03 May 2013 13:48:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Health-of-UK-retail-improves-for-the-first-time-in-two-and-a-half-years-says-Retail-Think-Tank.aspxFollowing its quarterly meeting in April, the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) was able to report better news at last for the sector, although a significant increase in the health of UK retailing is unlikely to arrive any time soonFri, 03 May 2013 13:04:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Cold-weather-freezes-sales-of-summer-stock-says-KPMG.aspxDavid McCorquodale, UK Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 18 Apr 2013 09:07:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-March-2013.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.9% on a like-for-like basis from March 2012, when they had risen 1.3% on the preceding year.Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:55:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-sales-bounce-back-in-February.aspxDavid McCorquodale, UK Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 21 Mar 2013 10:45:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/budget-2013-budget-fails-to-throw-retailers-vital-rates-lifeline.aspxRetailers wanted measures that put more money in consumers’ pockets, and reduced the costs on their balance sheets. Today’s Budget has touched on the first, but completely failed to achieve the secondWed, 20 Mar 2013 13:53:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Government-plan-could-smooth-the-way-for-retail-pioneers-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the UK Retail Industry International Action Plan launched today by Vince Cable, David McCorquodale, head of retail at KPMG, said:Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:23:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-February-2013-strongest-sales-growth-for-three-years.aspxUK retail sales values were up 2.7% on a like-for-like basis from February 2012, when they were down 0.3% on the preceding year.Tue, 05 Mar 2013 08:26:48 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Widespread-industry-change-needed-to-restore-customer-trust-says-KPMG.aspxDavid McCorquodale, UK Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the horse meat situation:Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:52:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-sales-figures-reveal-a-mixed-bag-says-KPMG.aspxDavid McCorquodale, UK Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsFri, 15 Feb 2013 13:55:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Randomised-testing-works-in-sport-so-bring-it-to-fore-of-the-food-supply-chain-says-KPMG.aspxCommenting on the latest developments in the horse meat scandal, Andrew Underwood, head of supply chain at KPMG, says:Thu, 14 Feb 2013 09:19:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Due-diligence-essential-to-build-trust-and-avoid-repeat-of-horsemeat-scandal-says-KPMG.aspxHitesh Patel, Forensic Partner at KPMG commentedFri, 22 Feb 2013 11:06:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-January-2013.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.9% on a like-for-like basis from January 2012, when they were down 0.3% on the preceding year.Tue, 05 Feb 2013 08:28:28 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-sales-fall-flat-with-little-growth-on-the-horizon.aspxDavid McCorquodale, UK Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National Statistics: Fri, 18 Jan 2013 10:13:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-Think-Tank-confirms-difficult-end-to-a-difficult-year.aspxThe health of retailing in the UK hit a new low in quarter four of 2012, despite customary spikes of increased sale activity in December. Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:52:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-December-2012-Christmas-fulfils-low-expectations.aspxUK retail sales values were up 0.3% on a like-for-like basis from December 2011, when they were up 2.2% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 1.5%, against a 4.1% rise in December 2011.Tue, 08 Jan 2013 09:13:30 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/2013-will-be-another-tough-year-for-retailers-warns-KPMG-Ipsos-Retail-Think-Tank.aspxRetailers are in for another tough year of trading, as austerity measures and uncertainty hit UK consumer confidenceWed, 16 Jan 2013 12:19:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-November-2012-retailers-counting-on-late-christmas-rush.aspxUK retail sales values were up 0.4% on a like-for-like basis from November 2011, when they were down 1.6% on the preceding year.Tue, 04 Dec 2012 07:52:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retailers-go-to-war-over-online-festive-pound.aspxUK retailers are gearing up for the busiest online shopping day before Christmas, Cyber Monday, which falls on 3 December this year, says KPMGMon, 21 Jan 2013 12:42:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Discount-December-predicted-as-retail-sales-remain-weak.aspxTough Christmas trading conditions in the UK are likely to spark early discounting on high streets across the countryMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:05:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Theres-life-in-the-branch-yet-says-KPMG.aspxRumours that the High Street bank branch is soon to meet its demise are unfounded and fail to take into account customer behaviour across generationsMon, 10 Dec 2012 10:20:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Octoberretailsalesworryinglylacklustre.aspxDavid McCorquodale, Head of Retail at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National Statistics:Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:42:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Has-the-recession-and-the-rise-of-the-Internet-damaged-customer-service-in-UK-retailing.aspxThe KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (‘the RTT’) met to consider the impact that the recession and the rise of multichannel retailing has had on the quality of customer service in the UK and the wider retail offerThu, 10 Jan 2013 12:32:33 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-Think-Tank-confirms-that-UK-retail-health-in-Quarter-3.aspxThe health of retailing in the UK continued to decline in quarter three, although there are some signs of improvement in quarter fourFri, 11 Jan 2013 10:41:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-October-2012.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:21:21 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-September-2012.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.5% on a like-for-like basis from September 2011Tue, 09 Oct 2012 07:30:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-names-David-McCorquodale-as-the-firms-new-head-of-retail.aspxKPMG has announced the appointment of David McCorquodale as the new UK head of retail at the firmFri, 21 Sep 2012 07:39:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Official-figures-confirm-no-Olympic-boost-for-retailers.aspxDavid McCorquodale, Retail Partner at KPMG, comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 20 Sep 2012 12:04:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ashionretailersurgedtotakestockasout-datedsupplychainsputastrainonbusiness.aspxWith UK retail sales falling to their lowest point since Easter* and growing numbers of clothing stores struggling to survive...Thu, 13 Sep 2012 09:01:24 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/curse-social-media-mob.aspxRapidly mobilised online campaigns can harm retailers' revenue as well as reputation. How do you stay on top of the conversations happening online about your brand?Thu, 06 Sep 2012 12:10:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-August-2012-Olympic-month-worst-sales-growth-this-year.aspxUK retail sales values were down by 0.4% on a like-for-like basis from August 2011, when they were down 0.6% on the preceding year.Tue, 04 Sep 2012 07:44:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/price-paid-in-world-of-retailing.aspxPursuing a confused approach to omni-channel retailing could seriously damage a retailer’s profitability.Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:49:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/tax-planning-intellectual-property.aspxIntellectual property (IP) creates considerable profits, so companies should be aware of the potential tax implications – and the incentives available.Thu, 16 Aug 2012 10:14:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Insolvency-figures-show-a-worrying-decline-in-retail-health.aspxThe latest statistics from the Insolvency Service show a dramatic increase in the number of retailers entering into administration in the second quarter of 2012, compared with the same period last year. Fri, 03 Aug 2012 10:29:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Health-of-UK-retail-remains-in-doldrums-but-buoyed-by-summer-events.aspxAccording to the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT), the state of retailing was not quite as bad as in quarter two as it had predicted it would be back in April. Tue, 31 Jul 2012 08:32:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/data-insights.aspxBy embracing data analytics, consumer companies can use information as a source of competitive advantageThu, 30 Aug 2012 07:43:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Suspending-Sunday-trading-is-mixed-news-for-business-says-KPMG.aspxAs retailers prepare for the temporary suspension of Sunday Trading Laws between 22 July and 9 September, Mona Bitar, partner in KPMG’s Operations Strategy Group, comments:Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:05:15 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-June-2012-Jubilee-saves-June-for-retailers.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.4% on a like-for-like basis from June 2011, when they were down 0.6% on a year ago.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:30:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/essentials-sustainability-assurance.aspxAn independent sustainability audit can enhance an organisation’s credibility and help improve the effectiveness of its strategic imperativesMon, 30 Jul 2012 07:04:19 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Promotions-spree-sees-the-tills-ring-once-again.aspxDavid McCorquodale, European Head of Retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsThu, 21 Jun 2012 11:42:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/retail-essentials-cloud-supply-chain-solutions.aspxNew cloud-based software is giving consumer goods manufacturers and suppliers a real-time view of their sales figures, enabling them to cut inventory levels and improve customer serviceThu, 14 Jun 2012 12:44:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/the-chocolate-of-tomorrow.aspxDespite economic headwinds battering consumer confidence, the global chocolate market remains robustly defiant and is predicted to grow by an average of 2 per cent a year for the next five years. Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:05:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/future-chocolate-bars-smaller-sweeter-healthier.aspxThe global chocolate market remains robustly defiant & is predicted to grow by an average of 2 per cent a year for the next five yearsWed, 16 Jan 2013 17:44:39 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-May-2012.aspxUK retail sales values were up 1.3% on a like-for-like basis from May 2011, when they were down 2.1% on a year ago.Thu, 07 Jun 2012 06:59:34 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Some-British-high-streets-may-simply-not-survive,-says-KPMG.aspxThe Government has revealed the names of the 12 towns that have secured a share of £1.2million funding in the first round of the Portas Pilots schemeMon, 28 May 2012 07:19:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Future-of-retail-banks-in-the-balance,-if-banks-fail-to-heed-customer-sentiment,-says-KPMG.aspxThe future of the high street bank is under the spotlight once again, as customers voice deep levels of dissatisfaction with the service they receiveMon, 18 Feb 2013 15:07:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/Finance-Company-Exemption-under-the-new-UK-Controlled-Foreign-Companies-regime.aspxNew regulations enable companies based in the UK to make substantial tax savings on income from loans to foreign subsidiariesMon, 16 Jul 2012 10:21:04 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Outsourcing-contracts-increase,-but-clients-demand-a-new-level-of-value.aspxClaudio Altini, director within KPMG’s shared services and outsourcing advisory practice, suggested that the desire to reduce costs or shrink headcount is no longer the driving force behind business decisions to outsource key operationsMon, 14 May 2012 12:02:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/pressure-profit-sparks-approach-cutting-costs.aspxWith promotional activity eating into profit margins, the issue of reducing costs remains at the top of retailers’ agenda. Helen Dickinson, Head of Retail at KPMG, considers how retailers can identify and implement savings.Fri, 11 May 2012 12:25:35 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Health-of-UK-retail-will-worsen-to-record-levels.aspxFollowing its quarterly meeting in April 2012, the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) is reporting an even bleaker outlook for UK retailers, with the health of the industry expected to worsen to record levels before any signs of recovery.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:50:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/rapid-adoption-technology-shift-shopping-habits.aspxWhile convergence is not new, the way consumers interact with technology is constantly changing.Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:19:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/sustainability-biggest-issue-retailers-decade.aspxBy the end of this decade the challenge of building a sustainable retail business will have changed the retail sector fundamentallyTue, 23 Oct 2012 10:35:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Improved-sales-figures-are-not-indicative-of-a-change-in-fortune-for-UK-retailers,-warns-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National StatisticsFri, 20 Apr 2012 13:30:45 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Short-term-fixes-fail-to-tackle-the-wider-challenges-facing-the-UK-High-Street,-warns-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of UK Retail at KPMG commented today on the Government's response to the Mary Portas ReviewFri, 30 Mar 2012 11:39:27 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-retailers-rise-to-the-Portas-challenge.aspxThe deadline for towns to bid for a share of £1 million to help them boost their local High Street runs out this weekTue, 27 Mar 2012 11:33:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMGpublishesPeacockscreditors’report.aspxPoundland, Poundworld and Iceland snap up 30 closed storesWed, 14 Mar 2012 16:26:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Costs,-cash-and-the-customer-remain-top-of-the-agenda.aspxCosts, cash and the customer remain at the top of retailers’ agendas for 2012, according to KPMG’s Succeeding in a Changing World Business Leaders Survey.Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:05:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMGRetailSalesMonitorFebruary2012.aspxBRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor February 2012Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:59:32 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/manufacturers-retailers-increase-focus-on-risk-management.aspxConsumer Markets companies are showing greater appetite for risk reviews, as finance leaders and their boards meet more frequently to discuss the key risks according to KPMG’s latest global CFO Consumer Markets surveyTue, 14 Feb 2012 12:19:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/high-street-retailer-faces-challenging-decisions-in-a-changing-market.aspxHigh street retailer faces challenging decisions in a changing market...Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:02:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Peacocks-administration-update-strong-buyer-interest.aspxThe administrators of Peacocks have today provided an update on the sales process for the businessThu, 26 Jan 2012 12:05:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Buyer-beware’-organisations-failure-to-use-their-purchasing-power-hits-economic-performance.aspxThe survey, based on the views of 585 senior purchasing professionals, explores levels of influence exerted by company buying functions, within their organisation. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 09:35:43 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-sells-Bonmarché-to-Sun-European-Partners.aspxAdministrators from KPMG were appointed to Bonmarché, the clothing retailer, on Friday 20th January. The administrators immediately sold 389 stores, and its headquarters, to Sun European PartnersMon, 23 Jan 2012 10:08:11 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-figures-don’t-tell-the-full-story,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest Retail Sales figures from the Office for National Statistics: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 12:05:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Peacocks-administration-update-redundancies.aspxThe joint administrators of Peacocks have announced 249 redundancies at the head office Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:11:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-appointed-to-Peacock’s-Stores-Limited.aspxRichard Fleming, Chris Laverty, Ed Boyle and Joff Pope of KPMG have been appointed joint administrators to Peacock’s Stores Limited, Wed, 18 Jan 2012 15:57:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/RTT-decline-in-retail-health-continues.aspxThe KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank has concluded that the deterioration in retail health seen throughout 2011 continued in quarter 4.Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:07:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Discounting-drive-has-knock-on-effect-on-inflation.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest UK inflation figures from the Office for National StatisticsTue, 17 Jan 2012 14:12:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Past-Times-Enters-Administration.aspxHoward Smith, Mark Firmin and Joff Pope of KPMG’s Restructuring practice were appointed joint administrators to gift retailer Past Times on 16 January 2012.Mon, 16 Jan 2012 16:24:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/saving-the-high-street-rtt.aspxFollowing the release of the Portas Review on the future of high streets in the UK late last year, the KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) has warned that it is virtually impossible to halt the natural evolution of the retail sector.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:12:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Retail-Sales-Monitor-Dec-11.aspxUK retail sales values were 2.2% higher on a like-for-like basis from December 2010, when sales had fallen 0.3%, hit by snow.Tue, 10 Jan 2012 08:55:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/La-Senza-UK-sale-saves-1100-jobs.aspxRichard Fleming, David Standish and Rob Croxen, restructuring partners at KPMG, were today appointed joint administrators to La Senza UK. Following their appointment they completed an agreement to sell part of the business to Alshaya UK LimitedMon, 09 Jan 2012 18:58:06 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-sells-Blacks-to-JD-Sports.aspxBrian Green, Richard Fleming and David Costley-Wood of KPMG were appointed joint administrators to Blacks Leisure Group today. On appointment, the administrators sold the business to JD SportsMon, 09 Jan 2012 15:21:29 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/the-converged-lifestyle-consumers-and-convergence-5.aspxThis survey provides a truly comprehensive global consumer perspective on how consumers are using technology, with 9,600 respondents from 31 countries.Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:42:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/RTT-2012-prospects.aspxThe New Year will fail to bring a rosier outlook for the UK’s struggling retailers, according to the KPMG/Synovate Retail Think Tank (RTT).Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:37:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Consumers-and-retailers-fairly-sanguine-as-UK-inflation-slows-down,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest UK inflation figures from the Office for National Statistics: Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:27:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-November-2011.aspxUK retail sales values were 1.6% lower on a like-for-like basis from November 2010, when sales had risen 0.7%.Tue, 06 Dec 2011 10:24:58 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/ExtremeweatherRetailersneed“betterforecastingandriskmodels”.aspxSome UK retailers blame poor or unexpected weather too often as a reason for poor performance figures, according to the latest White Paper from the KPMG/Synovate Retail Think TankMon, 05 Dec 2011 15:49:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/visibility-and-control.aspxKnowing what is happening in your business at any time is vital for survival, if not success.Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:06:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/value-preservation.aspxWhether you need a turnaround strategy or are looking for an opportunity to expand your business, value is the key driver.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:47:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/stakeholder-management.aspxAll strategies require support of key stakeholders, and in many cases, bank support will be a critical element. But it is not just banks who can determine the future trade of the business.Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:50:17 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/retail-operational-excellence.aspxOperational excellence means not only serving customers better, but also exceeding their needs. Are you ready to consider excellence or do you need to focus on effectiveness first.Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:44:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/retail-strategy.aspxDifficult trading conditions in retail mean an ongoing challenge to achieve strategic advantage in an increasingly aggressive marketplace.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:46:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/cash-and-working-capital.aspxCash flow is a critical part of any retail business. Ensuring that sufficient funds are in place is fundamental.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:46:44 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/retail-toolkit/Pages/Default.aspxA toolkit to help guide retailers through this tough trading environment.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10:46:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Inflation-marginally-down-but-consumer-spending-expected-to-stay-subdued-over-Christmas-trading,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, head of retail at KPMG comments on the latest inflation figures from the Office for National Statistics: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:39:55 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-October-2011.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:37:13 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Administrators-Appointed-to-Discover-Leisure-Plc-Sign-lease-Limited.aspxUK caravan and motorhome retailer, Discover Leisure Plc, and its trading subsidiary Signlease Ltd, have today appointed Mark Firmin and Paul Flint of KPMG as joint administrators.Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:10:49 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/‘Double-whammy”-of-challenging-sales-growth-and-margin-pressure-hits-results,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, KPMG’s head of retail comments on today’s interim results by retailers Tesco and Sainsbury: Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:16:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Westfield-Stratford-City-has-a-lot-to-live-up-to,-given-its-size-and-the-current-challenging-retail-environment,-says-KPMG.aspxHelen Dickinson, KPMG’s head of retail comments on the opening of Westfield Stratford City:Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:15:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Coffer-Peach-Business-Tracker-August-2011-Eating-out-survives-impact-of-August-riots.aspxSpending in Britain’s leading pub and restaurant groups grew marginally in August 2011 despite the effects of the rioting that hit many parts of UK.Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:13:25 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMGRetailSalesMonitorAugust2011-.aspxThe BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor measures changes in the actual value (including VAT*) of retail sales, excluding automotive fuel. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:31:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/multi-channel-retailing-measurement-sales-day.aspxHelen Dickinson's Retail Bulletin Column – August 2011.Tue, 23 Oct 2012 10:48:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Like-for-like-sales-obsolete.aspxThe retail industry must work together on creating a guide for compiling like-for-like sales figures, or risk the measurement becoming obsoleteTue, 02 Apr 2013 08:13:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/succeeding-in-a-changing-world-retail.aspxRecent KPMG survey, which questioned CEOs and finance directors, a number of whom hail from the retail sector, asking businesses about where they feel their priorities lie in the next six months.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 19:00:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/BRC-KPMG-Retail-Sales-Monitor-July-2011-Action-needed-to-prevent-spending-paralysis.aspxRetailers report the value of their sales for the current period & the equivalent period a year ago. Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:24:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Retailis-firmly-back-in-recession.aspxThe state of retail health fell in quarter 2, sinking a further point to 84, as predicted during the RTT’s April meetingMon, 01 Oct 2012 12:07:09 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/helen-dickinsons-retail-bulletin-columns.aspxHelen Dickinson is a Partner and UK Head of Retail at KPMG in the UK. Read her regular monthly retail bulletin column.Mon, 01 Oct 2012 18:53:05 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/cautious-optimism-despite-trailing-global-trend.aspxHelen Dickinson's Retail Bulletin Column – June 2011Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:54:50 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/lifestyle-changes-not-crash-diets.aspxHelen Dickinson's Retail Bulletin Column – July 2011Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:47:23 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/water-water-everywhere.aspxWater covers about 75% of the Earth’s surface but only around 3% is fresh. A growing population, rapid development in the emerging markets and climate change form a trio of pressures on water’s future.Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:14:52 GMT