Reitmans, European partners a good fit
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Clothing chain Reitmans (Canada) Ltd of Montreal, Quebec, has partnered with high-end European retailer Zara for a retailing venture in Canada. Reitmans operates 600 outlets that sell middle-of-the-road women's wear in Canada, while Zara operates 770 stores in 22 countries with almost six tomes the revenue of its Canadian partners. Reitmans is expected to provide Zara with high profile sites, aid in financing deals and advise on the Canadian markets and trends.
Publication Name: Globe & Mail (Toronto, Canada)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0319-0714
Year: 1999
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Holt Renfrew undergoes facelift
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Holt Renfrew and Company Ltd's new president, Andrew Jennings, stressed that the 11-outlet fashion chain's internal facelift is part its strategy to boost its bottom line and attract more clients. The company, which posts around C$350 million in yearly sales, aims to enhance its business through the implementation of a change program, including television marketing, planned renovations, new merchandise and improved customer service.
Publication Name: Globe & Mail (Toronto, Canada)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0319-0714
Year: 1999
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Club Monaco confirms talks about 'possible business combination'
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Club Monaco, the Toronto, Ontario-based fashion retailer, said it is negotiating with a third party about a possible business alliance. The announcement seems to confirm speculations that the company is considering partnering with a major US brand such as Ralph Lauren Corp, Limited Inc or Versace. The company, which is in the middle of an expansion program, has 125 stores worldwide.
Publication Name: Globe & Mail (Toronto, Canada)
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0319-0714
Year: 1999
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