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Next drops womenswear prices by 7%, claims Credit Suisse 
15 March 2011 9:51 am | By Amy Shields
Next has dropped the price of its current season womenswear by 7%, according to broker Credit Suisse, flying in the face of many retailers’ decision to up prices in line with cost price inflation.
Debenhams drives first half margins and profits
15 March 2011 8:54 am | By Amy Shields
Debenhams’ commitment to driving its own-label ranges and managing markdown in its first half helped it to offset some of the cost pressures endemic in the clothing sector and increase margins, the department store said.
Stock prices tumble and Japan Fashion Week cancelled as quake takes toll
15 March 2011 9:56 am | By Victoria Gallagher
Stock prices have continued to tumble both in Japan and in London in the wake of last week’s earthquake and tsunami as retailers and brands have pledged their support to affected businesses and people.
JJB Sports unveils £65m business plan
15 March 2011 9:11 am | By Jennifer Creevy
JJB Sports said like-for-like sales slumped 13.5% in the period between January 24 and March 13 as the sportswear retailer published its revised business plan and proposed financial arrangements.
New Look to feature in Channel 4 show
15 March 2011 10:14 am | By Ruth Faulkner
Fast fashion chain New Look is to appear in the first product placement and advertiser-funded programme (AFP) on Channel 4.
VF Corporation announces five year growth plans
IMAGE GALLERY: River Island to revive Chelsea Girl brand
LVMH potential buyer for Jimmy Choo
JJB asks shareholders for a further £65m
Sainsbury's appoints Geraldine Higgins head of buying for womenswear
Soaring price of synthetics adds to cotton crunch pain
Pringle creative director resigns
Mulberry to beat profit expectations
