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May 15, 2012
Selfridges named Best Department Store in the World

The British department store Selfridges received the “Best Department Store in the World” award at the Global Department Store Summit in Paris.

London -- The British department store Selfridges received the “Best Department Store in the World” award at the Global Department Store Summit in Paris.

Selfridges took the top slot amongst finalists from around the globe, including Macy's and Woolworths (South Africa). The U.K. retailer also won the award, which is given out every two years, in 2010.

June 2, 2011
Jones Group acquires European luxury footwear retailer

The Jones Group has acquired Kurt Geiger, Europe's largest luxury shoe retailer from Graphite Capital, a leading United Kingdom mid-market private equity firm, for approximately $350 million in cash, inclusive of debt acquired.

New York City -- The Jones Group has acquired Kurt Geiger, Europe's largest luxury shoe retailer from Graphite Capital, a leading United Kingdom mid-market private equity firm, for approximately $350 million in cash, inclusive of debt acquired.

The acquisition further extends Jones' reach into the designer footwear business through Kurt Geiger's portfolio of high-end brands and presence in leading department stores, such as Harrods and Selfridges.

January 11, 2011
Harrods taps Predictix to improve planning and decision making

Harrods is implementing a series of merchandise planning applications from Predictix.

Atlanta -- Harrods is implementing a series of merchandise planning applications from Predictix. The software is being rolled out for Harrods' Knightsbridge store, as well as its airport locations and online site.

Harrods recognized a need to upgrade its current planning system to allow for more in-depth and more efficient forecasting processes.

July 22, 2010
Harrods in talks to open Shanghai store

London-based luxury department store retailer Harrods is said to be considering opening a store in...

June 13, 2010
Selfridges honored with Department Store of the Year award

The United Kingdom’s Selfridges won the “Department Store of the Year” award at the 2010...

October 13, 2005
Harrods To Test C-Store

London, Harrods, London’s...

October 13, 2005
Harrods To Test C-Store

London, Harrods, London’s...