Inside Retail

APRIL 21, 2022

million in penalties by the Australian Federal Court for misleading consumers over hotel prices. The court found that in January 2020, the company deceived consumers through misleading misrepresentations of hotel room rates on its website and in television advertisements. .

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Inside Retail

APRIL 7, 2022

Of all the habits consumers have established in the past two years, some are more likely to stick than others and the uptick in online shopping is certainly one of them. Founded in 2011, the razor brand was sold to Unilever in 2016 for $1 billion. The post Is now the time to go direct to consumer? DTC darlings.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 25, 2021

These concerns are fueling consumer expectations for more contactless experiences everywhere they go, including the retail environment. billion in 2016, is projected to reach $26.15 This allows consumers to interact with voice recognition technology in their native language and natural way of speaking.

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APRIL 26, 2024

©iStock/Galeanu Mihai International tax laws on e-commerce may change the industry and global trade — perhaps not for the better, resulting in higher consumer prices. trillion in 2016, and are expected to grow to $8.1 Retail e-commerce sales rose to $6.3 trillion in 2023, from $1.8 trillion by 2026, with 4.5

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Indigo 9 Digital

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By Tricia McKinnon Over the past decade direct-to-consumer businesses have popped up in nearly every corner of the retail sector. From mattresses sold by Casper to prescription eyeglasses from Warby Parker ambitious founders have taken a page from Amazon’s playbook hoping to sell goods directly to consumers online. million and $58.5

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Following its 2014 merger with Harris Teeter , Kroger invested more than $125 million to lower that chain’s prices, and invested over $100 million to lower prices at Roundy’s after its merger with that chain in 2016.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 11, 2021

A global pandemic, social unrest, the proliferation of “fake news” and political gridlock have led to an erosion of consumers’ faith in some of our country’s most revered institutions. Consumers just feel like [shopping small] is a more optimistic experience,” said Thomas. They’re feeling heard. For things like services (e.g.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 5, 2022

Incoming CEO Harper has previously served as CEO of the plus-size retailer, from March 2011 until July 2016. More recently, Harper was CEO of Belk from 2016 through 2021 and then served as Executive Chairperson. Together Lisa and Liz will focus on driving strategic growth and value for all stakeholders.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 22, 2022

Samsung Australia admitted to misleading buyers of some of its ‘Galaxy’ phones about the water-resistance level, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) said. The regulator had first sued the company in July 2019. The offending ad (Image: ACCC).

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2022

The suit alleges that the app infringes upon features of the Scan & Go technology introduced by Walmart subsidiary Sam’s Club in 2016 and adopted by Walmart in 2018. At the height of the pandemic in November 2020, Capgemini reported that 84% of consumers relied on touchless technology to avoid physical contact in stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 18, 2023

As part of the new multiyear agreement — which builds upon a partnership that started in 2016 — Academy will use the Revionics Base Price and Markdown solutions to not only optimize its pricing strategy but better manage inventory levels throughout the product lifecycle.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Founded in 2016 by Australian sisters and fashion personalities Jess and Stef Dadon, Twoobs focuses on producing eco-friendly and comfortable footwear. Cult Australian footwear label Twoobs has expanded its presence by opening its first physical store in Byron Bay.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 6, 2023

There are some products consumers will never feel entirely comfortable buying exclusively online. Many consumers prefer visiting a store to give their mattresses a bounce before making a purchase. Consumers can visit a store to physically check out a mattress and then return home to make the purchase online and schedule delivery.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

had shuttered its UK Banana Republic ecommerce operations after closing the brand’s eight remaining stores in the region in 2016. “We -Next partnership began in September 2021 when Gap closed all 81 of its UK and Ireland stores. By May 31, 2022, Gap Inc. in a statement. “In

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Inside Retail

JUNE 22, 2023

The FTC accused the e-commerce giant of duping “millions of consumers” into purchasing subscriptions for Prime services. Those terms required consumers to opt out of the program to avoid monthly charges. Amazon is under fire from the US Federal Trade Commission, which filed a lawsuit against it in Seattle.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

He initially joined WBA in 2016, serving as SVP, Global Controller and Chief Accounting Officer and took over as interim global CFO in July 2023 to support WBA in its cost-cutting measures. Healthcare John Driscoll will role work closely with Wentworth, Langowski and the U.S. Healthcare business in a senior advisory role.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 15, 2020

These consumer sentiments, along with the need to protect the health of both shoppers and store associates, means retailers need to be stringent about enforcing social distancing and other safety measures as they reopen. In fact, displaying an abundance of caution will be required to bring many consumers back into physical stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2022

Back in 2016, Ron Johnson was asked in a fireside chat at Shoptalk about the biggest mistake he had ever made. The idea was to bring the store experience to consumers’ homes via a technology-powered “mobile store” operation, with an initial focus on telecommunications and consumer electronics ( AT&T and Apple are partners in the U.S.).

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Established in 2016, the label sells “functional yet timeless” accessories solutions to consumers transitioning to motherhood. “During the past year, we have placed a large focus on developing our product range to attract a broader audience base to ensure the brand continues to grow its fan base.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 16, 2024

The HSN-style, free ad-supported TV (FAST) channel will give consumers expanded access to the content and creators of Amazon Live, which debuted in 2016 on desktop, mobile and Amazon’s Fire TV devices. In 2023, more than 1 billion customers in the U.S. and India watched Amazon Live streams across those devices, according to Amazon.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The CPG (consumer-packaged goods) industry is on an exciting and transitionary path. Virtually everything about the category has changed over the last 15 years, from the way brands develop and bring products to market to how consumers learn about and purchase them. The way consumers connect with brands and products has changed too.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Thanks to the emergence of Gen Z, the company’s initial 2016 launch as a typical retail centre has been replaced by a landmark shopping and entertainment experience for all ages, he said. Geon Property CEO Ben Griffin.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2022

During her career, Sullivan also worked with The Stride Rite Corporation as COO and held consumer brand management and sales roles at companies including M&M/Mars and The Mennen Company. He was named President of the Brand Portfolio in 2016 before taking on the role of President in 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There’s no question that rising prices have altered consumer behaviors. Our recent survey of North American, UK and APAC consumers — which is the basis of an upcoming Eagle Eye report — found similar trends globally: 61% of shoppers worldwide are using money-saving tactics like seeking out on-sale items and coupons more often.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In the spring of 2016, the two opened the first location of The Ripped Bodice, one of the first and only romance-focused bookstores in the US, in Culver City, California. Inside Retail : You and your sister originally launched The Ripped Bodice in 2016 in Los Angeles. LK: So many!

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 31, 2023

Millions of consumers have paid too much and been denied choice,” said Lesley Hannah, Partner at Hausfeld, which is leading the litigation. Amazon takes advantage of consumers’ well-known tendency to focus on prominently-placed and eye-catching displays, such as the Buy Box.” This action seeks fair redress for them.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Launched in 2016 as a DTC business, Vuori has since expanded to brick-and-mortar via wholesale at retailers including Nordstrom and REI , as well as with 10 standalone stores. Despite a widespread return to offices and schools, consumers still appear to be enjoying the more comfortable fashions they adopted in droves during the pandemic.

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Retail Times

APRIL 6, 2024

Nespresso has reopened its boutique in Stratford with a new, elevated coffee experience-led space for consumers to enjoy. The revamped boutique, originally opened in 2016, […] If you want more information Retail Times get in touch!

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Inside Retail

MARCH 3, 2022

The growth reflects the surge in consumer demand for lifestyle and wellness products despite the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2016, Sim privatised the company, delisting from the exchange. Greater China, V3 group’s biggest market, accounts for 55.7 per cent of its sales with 271 out of 338 of the group’s own stores worldwide.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 20, 2023

“This aligns with my personal leadership values and I’m looking forward to working with the team as we build brands tailored for Australian and New Zealand consumers, and a business focused on sustainability and diversity,” said Davison.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Creating Inclusive Store Environments Starbucks has been moving toward greater inclusivity for several years, including the formation of a Disability Advocacy Partner Network for Starbucks employees that’s been in place since 2016; eight Signing Stores , joining the first store that opened in Washington, D.C.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

While ODP rejected Staples’ proposed plan, the letter said the company is open to a different type of deal that would be subject to less regulatory risks, such as a joint venture or Staples acquiring ODP’s retail and consumer-facing ecommerce operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 21, 2023

As high inflation continues to pose a challenge for the American consumer, research shows that two-thirds of Americans plan to still spend the same or more on retail purchases in 2023. However, it’s no surprise that many of those consumers plan to prioritize shopping for bargains in-store.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 2, 2021

To date, Cardlytics has provided more than $500 million in cash back to consumers in partnership with advertisers across a variety of industries, including retail, restaurant, telecommunications, direct-to-consumer, grocery and travel. This creates real value for consumers, advertisers and our bank partners.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The fusion of content and live shopping creates an immersive experience tailored to the tastes of today’s digitally savvy consumers. Levant already has extensive experience working with the Complex brand — he helped co-create the media brand’s fan festival ComplexCon alongside Complex’s founder Marc Eckō in 2016.

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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2023

The fact that some people are splashing out on $3000 handbags in the face of a recession doesn’t surprise Philip Corne, a board member for Camilla and Solbari, who was CEO of Louis Vuitton Australia from 2003-2016. “I The story around ongoing consumer spend in the face of an ongoing cost-of-living crisis isn’t cut and dry.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 10, 2023

For retailers and regional payments, consumer payment preferences play one piece, while checkout optimization and diversification play another. Breaking down regional payment barriers starts with meeting consumers’ preferred payment methods and needs regardless of where they live or travel. The good news? Let’s explore.

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