Inside Retail

MAY 19, 2021

According to the most recent For Love or Money 2021 report, published by The Point of Loyalty, while 88 per cent of Australians are a part of at least one loyalty program, only 43 per cent actively used them (at least once) in 2021 – a far cry from the 53 per cent recorded in 2018.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Investing in its people and technology to give the customer the best possible experience has been paramount for heritage Australian brand R.M. Williams ethos and Paul Grosmann, who was appointed CEO in November 2021. He primarily views his role as empowering his team to best serve the customer as custodians of the R.M.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 2, 2023

Major US retailers including Best Buy, Walmart and Amazon are increasing their offerings of healthcare and health-related products as inflation-wary Americans shift more of their budgets to services and away from goods. The partnership combines Atrium’s hospital-at-home program with Best Buy’s technological services, she said.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 14, 2022

CEO of Best & Less, Rodney Orrock, will extend his medical leave for an additional two months, following the announcement of his three-month leave in September. As Orrock’s return remains uncertain, Best & Less has started an external search process for a permanent CEO.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 6, 2021

Businesses continued to experience a rush of online orders during 2020 as employees worked from home [and] as this trend continues into 2021 it’s important to have a solution,” said Pitney Bowes Japan, Australia and New Zealand country manager and vice president Stephen Darracott.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg’s famed burger chain Wahlburgers will open its first Australian store in Circular Quay, Sydney before Christmas 2021. In my opinion, this really is the best Wahlburgers location on the planet.”. The post Australia’s first Wahlburgers to launch before Christmas appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 21, 2023

from 2021 to approximately $11.9 However, planned spending among those consumers is down slightly from 2022, with the average Prime Day shopper planning to spend $250 this year (both at Amazon and other retailers’ simultaneous sales events), down from $388 in 2022 and from $594 in 2021. EDT on July 11 and run through July 12.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

We spent some time evaluating how we could make some big societal change with the platform that we have [and] decided that the best way would be to become advocates for gender equality more broadly.” This year, the publication posted 50 bespoke pieces of content on the M-Power site from female writers across the world.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

Over the years, Flora & Fauna became known for its best-in-class e-commerce platform and customer-centric approach, with a handwritten note included in every order. She ranked first in Inside Retail ’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce in 2019 and 2021. million in May 2021. A model for purpose-driven leadership.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

We look forward to connecting with more guests and fostering a vibrant community that aligns with our core values, helping people elevate their potential and feel their best,” the SVP added. million in 2021 to US$247.48 million in 2021 to US$247.48 million by 2028, reflecting a CAGR of 10.5

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As the YU PRIZE 2021 winner, Chenpeng stood out as a brand with a strong design language that translates so effectively both aesthetically and commercially, and is uniquely relevant to the global fashion customer. I am thrilled that Chenpeng now has a home at Harrods, a store synonymous with the best in class.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 15, 2021

The first-ever all-digital CES 2021 welcomed 2,000 exhibitors that unveiled next-gen innovations across a variety of sectors, including almost 700 startups from 37 countries. New companies exhibiting at CES 2021 included ASUS, BioIntelliSense, Bose, Sono Motors and Volvo Penta. “CES

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Inside Retail

MARCH 14, 2024

Its valuation surged to over US$4 billion on its first day of trading in November 2021. Two-and-a-half years post-initial public offering (IPO), the company’s market capitalisation had diminished to about US$116 million in after-hours trading on March 12, and it had less than US$130 million in cash on its balance sheet.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Ardent UK acquired Touchwood in summer 2021, the first major shopping centre acquisition since the onset of the pandemic, in a deal that effectively called the retail investment market. The post Spanish Fashion Giant Mango Boosts Retail Offer at Touchwood Shopping Centre in Solihull appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 2, 2023

Furthermore, the return to in-store shopping post-lockdowns impacted EziBuy’s sales resulting in a 51 per cent fall in the first half of this financial year, compared to the previous year. Back in 2021 EziBuy generated about NZ$135 million of revenue, of which over 80 per cent was through its digital platform.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2023

We have partnered with Latitude because we have a common vision to deliver a best-in-class, digital-first card offering to our customers.” million store visits in 2021. The post David Jones replaces American Express with Latitude in 10-year credit deal appeared first on Inside Retail. Latitude has more than 2.8

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The company attributes this to the performance of Elemis and Sol de Janeiro, the Brazilian American skincare and fragrance brand, in which L’Occitane Group acquired an 83 per cent stake in 2021, based on a US$450 million valuation at the time. The purchase of Australian-founded cult-luxury skincare brand Aesop in 2023 for $3.7

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Overall the fast food sector saw 301 new stores open a significant rise from the 188 store openings in 2021. Scott Johnson, senior analyst, GapMaps, said “The 2022 report reflects increased store development activity as the country continues to emerge from the Covid-19 restrictions that hit brands in 2021.”

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DECEMBER 15, 2022

In 2021, the retailer reportedly turned a profit for the first time since 2018, thanks in part to a number of costly impairments coming to an end and the Australian government’s JobKeeper wage subsidies. . The post Sale of David Jones to private equity firm reportedly in final stages appeared first on Inside Retail. billion in 2014.

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Intelligence Node

JANUARY 12, 2022

Threats, Challenges, and Best Practices for Combating Counterfeit Products This blog post was first published on Forbes in April 2021 in the form of two different articles – Part I & II and is authored by Intelligence Node CEO Sanjeev Sularia in his capacity as a member of the Forbes Tech Council.

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Inside Retail

MAY 18, 2021

Australian discount department store business Best & Less plans to raise about $72.3 million, or four times its pro forma forecast EBITDA for the 2021 calendar year. million, or four times its pro forma forecast EBITDA for the 2021 calendar year. million through an initial public offering at $2.15 per cent of total sales. .

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Inside Retail

JUNE 22, 2023

From big-box chains Walmart and Best Buy to specialty retailers like Savage X Fenty and Adore Me, retailers’ subscription programs are facing growing scrutiny. Amazon.com isn’t the only US retailer accused of using deceptive tactics to sell memberships to shoppers. or more, according to the complaint. million.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The winners and highly commended entries will be announced at a unique awards ceremony to be held at Proud Embankment on 14th October 2021. The winners and highly commended entries will be announced at a unique awards ceremony to be held at Proud Embankment on 14th October 2021. Best Shopfitting/Fit-Out Award. Sponsored by NAS.

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Intelligence Node

JANUARY 11, 2021

The best thing about January is the opportunity to start again, a general optimism for doing better retail planning than last year. The post Retail Budget Planning 2021: Driving Revenue with Technology appeared first on Blog. More so for retail, being one of the hardest hit industries last year.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 15, 2024

Former Best Buy COO to Lead Petco While CEO Search Gets Underway Ron Coughlin — who led Petco through a major strategic transformation over the last five years, including its IPO — has stepped down as the company’s CEO, Chairman and member of the board of directors. Coughlin will remain on as an advisor to the board throughout the transition.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

With port delays, extended delivery times and increased consumer demand, what can retailers do to salvage the 2021 holiday season? Add to that the supply chain issues that have exacerbated online retailers’ bottom line this year, and you’ve got quite the challenge. What is an integrated digital marketing campaign?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 28, 2024

” The new benefits Chipotle has added prioritise financial and mental health, two major areas of concern for Gen Z, a generation that is struggling to adjust to a post-college, post-Covid work environment and is more open about dealing with issues such as depression and anxiety. In 2021, 47.8 million in 2023.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2023

It’s about more than having the most eye-catching packaging or best shelf spot — although these are important factors. For example, 16% of consumers purchased natural wine in 2021 and sparkling wines are also rising in popularity. Then, by activating a flexible, omnichannel approach, you can learn who your best audience is.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

In December 2021 we recorded our best month of sales on record and 2021 saw an overall increase of +23% compared to the same trading period in 2019. . The post UK’s first New Look outlet to open in Northern Ireland appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design. The signing is a testament to the success of the scheme.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 2, 2023

In August 2021, the company merged with Germany’s WOW Tech Group and combined a strong portfolio of brands, such as Fifty Shades of Grey, Happy Rabbit, Womanizer, We-Vibe, and Arcwave, as well as Swiss retailer Amorana under one umbrella. We have the best toys, but also the largest retail platform around the world, as well.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2023

He persuaded Birkenstock to make new colours of its best-selling styles, the Arizona and Madrid. To Barbie, the high heel represents a life of beach fun and dance parties, while the sandal means “knowing the truth about the universe”. billion) in advance of its shares becoming available to the public on the New York Stock Exchange.

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Inside Retail

MAY 9, 2023

The move into insurance is supported by the company’s Series C $125 million funding round in late 2021. The pet industry is booming in Australia, and leading online pet supplies retailer Pet Circle is taking advantage of the opportunity to expand its offering, with the brand entering the pet insurance market.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 20, 2023

Scott Parsons, Chief Operating Officer, UK at Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield said : “The Garbera opening in Spain continues to build on our platform of global destinations for best-in-class brands and showcases URW’s track record in adapting and transforming spaces, to deliver sustainability oriented, experience-led concepts.”

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 18, 2022

Apple associates at the retailer’s flagship Grand Central Terminal location in Manhattan have begun to formally collect signatures to form a union, according to a post on the organizers’ website. 24, 2021, in support of retail associates. The group, called “Fruit Stand Workers United,” voted on Feb.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 20, 2022

While consumer expectations have continuously shaped retailers’ strategies, tech choices and best practices, COVID-19 accelerated this rate of change. The best practices employed by the “leading-edge” and “innovative” brands quickly became the standards for every company to compete against. The result? Loyalty programs.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The brand, which attained B-Corp status in 2021, is a pioneer in the ethical and sustainable fashion movement, making it a leading destination to discover responsibly sourced items. The post Wolf & Badger opens flagship Soho store with Shaftesbury Capital appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2021

New Outerwear Collection for Fall/Winter 2021. For the next campaign, VIP customers were quizzed about their preferences when it came to outerwear for the upcoming Fall/Winter season of 2021. We wanted to listen to the needs of our customers and in-store staff, and then propose the best campaigns and products.

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