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Primark trials online offer at ASOS

On June 3, Primark finally took a cautious step into online retailing by trialling a small range of 20 womenswear products on fashion etailer ASOS's website. The trial will allow Primark to gauge online demand for its products, and with intensifying competition at the value end of the high street, Primark will be able to see if it can gain an advantage virtually.

Published By Datamonitor
17 Jun 2013
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UK demand growth needs nuclear and renewables to hit the target

UK power demand is forecast to grow year-on-year by 1.4% to 2030 according to Datamonitor's latest outlook, with demand reaching approximately 410TWh.

Published By Datamonitor
14 Jun 2013
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Credit unions can't compete with payday lenders

Plans to use credit unions to curb the influence of payday lenders will fail because price is not the issue. Consumers know payday lenders are expensive but use them anyway because of their speed, flexibility, and privacy.

Published By Datamonitor
13 Jun 2013
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NIG gambles on new e-trading capability for profitable growth

With an unprofitable commercial book that grew little in 2012, NIG is now pinning its hopes of growth on a new e-trading capability to ensure its future within the Direct Line Group portfolio.

Published By Datamonitor
13 Jun 2013
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As branches change, so must staff

As the traditional branch model becomes outdated, branch staff will find themselves needing to upskill to provide the levels of service that both customers and the industry demands.

Published By Datamonitor
12 Jun 2013
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Sabadell mops up retrenchment fallout

As retrenchment sweeps across the finance sector, Banco Sabadell stands out. Recent acquisitions in Spain and the US will benefit from the bank's past acquisition integration success and strengthen its international banking presence.

Published By Datamonitor
12 Jun 2013
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Co-operative Insurance will struggle to find a buyer

Troubled Co-operative Group needs to secure a good price for its general insurance business; however, an unimpressive operating ratio, a heavy focus on private motor, and a lack of buyers will make this difficult to achieve.

Published By Datamonitor
12 Jun 2013
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No entry for claims through unlocked doors

Greater Manchester Police in the Tameside region will from now on report insecure burglaries to insurers - a move that will see theft claims decline if followed by police authorities elsewhere in the UK.

Published By Datamonitor
11 Jun 2013
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Barclays moves first on voice biometrics

Voice biometrics technology is expensive; however, failure to invest in the technology could leave banks trailing behind other sectors.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Jun 2013
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Social media can increase return on investment

There is untapped potential for banks to engage their customers via social media. Although many banks have tiptoed into Twitter, Facebook, and the like, some are still unsure of where the benefits lie.

Published By Datamonitor
07 Jun 2013

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