Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

BJ’s Wholesale Club will begin offering online shoppers the option to book professional installation services for TVs it sells through a partnership with on-demand home service Handy. Our partnership with Handy is yet another way that our members can get more value out of their BJ’s membership when they shop on BJs.com.”. “Our

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 5, 2021

The beverage alcohol company, which has operated as a traditional distributor-based wholesale business for decades, is currently in the process of building out standalone websites for its key brands as it moves toward becoming a customer-centric omnichannel operation. Moving from Traditional DTC to a Digital-First Approach. “So

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, Boisson is differentiating itself by helping drive and fulfill consumer demand with a robust omnichannel strategy that creates a flywheel effect not just for the business, but for NA collectively. The store is at the Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables, Fla., a more suburban area where consumers live and shop. “We

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365 Retail

APRIL 4, 2024

Embracing an omnichannel approach which allows for a positive customer journey is increasingly being adopted by distributors and wholesalers, who are moving to utilise interim retail resource to create competitive advantage. Regardless, the website isn’t just a direct selling channel, nor is it just a shop window either.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

If you walk up and down the aisles of supermarkets, clothes shops or even furniture stores, you will notice that more brands are shouting about their commitment to protecting the environment, be it via packaging or marketing messages. Retailers must also consider their consumers, and modern consumers are prioritising sustainability.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

“Customers returned to shopping in stores, with retail store sales increasing 17.5 This had an impact on online sales, a trend noted across the industry as customers returned to pre-pandemic shopping behaviours,” said Michael Daly, CEO and MD at KMD Brands. Gross profit increased 13 per cent to $599.7 per cent to $91.4

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Wiser

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Direct-to-consumer strategies have transformed retail, both in the way consumers shop and how brands and retailers manufacture, market, and sell. Importantly, a winning direct-to-consumer business will artfully navigate the relationships between brand, retailer, and consumer. What Does Direct to Consumer Mean?

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Retailers everywhere are looking at wholesale toy trends with positivity and hope. As retailers continue to prepare for the year ahead, Wholesale Central Blog has rounded up some of the hottest toy trends that are predicted to take the industry by storm. . 7 Cozy Wholesale Products for Cold Winter Days. back to top.

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Inside Retail

MAY 16, 2024

million) in the first quarter, thanks to the growth of wholesale sales in Finland and higher international sales. The company noted that wholesale sales showed positive results in Asia Pacific and North America and its licensing income grew considerably. Marimekko Group ‘s net sales increased 7 per cent to €37.7 million (US$41.0

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 9, 2024

, Little Tikes, MGA’s Miniverse and other beloved toy brands, has launched its own direct-to-consumer ( DTC ) site and rewards program to get closer to its customers.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 23, 2022

consumers have been pulling back on clothing and durable goods as soaring inflation raises the cost of food and basic items. Wholesale inventory bloat, combined with a softening demand in the economy, is taking its toll on cash flow and earnings at retailers. . If they are not, consider exploring partnerships with new wholesalers. .

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Independent Retailer

JULY 14, 2022

Online shopping rapidly grew during the height of the pandemic and continues to soar, and more small-to-medium sized businesses are shifting to ecommerce. If you are looking to take the plunge into wholesale, here is everything you need to know in order to find the best merchandise to sell online: What is a Wholesale Business?

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Faire , the B2B retail marketplace, has today announced a new global partnership with Shopify that establishes Faire as the recommended wholesale marketplace for Shopify, which powers millions of merchants around the world.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Thai retail conglomerate Central Retail opened the doors to its second eat-shop-play lifestyle centre on the Thai island of Phuket on 6 October. The eat-shop-play moniker is not a bad descriptor. The line of fashion shops can also include a Watsons health and beauty store and a Starbucks. What is the winning formula?

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2021

With retailers already pushing out holiday sales to entice consumers to buy early and avoid delivery delays due to supply chain congestion, one tactic that they will lean on to entice customers is buy now, pay later (BNPL). BNPL Can Have an Effect on Consumers and Retailers.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury has become the first retailer to debut the new Shop with Friends ecommerce functionality from Obsess , which allows groups of consumers to visit Charlotte Tilbury’s virtual Beauty Gifting Wonderland shop together in real time. “My

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The Body Shop has been snapped up by private equity investor Aurelius Group for £207m, just a fifth of the price that Brazilian cosmetics giant Natura paid for it in 2017. The sale, which is expected to complete next month, is far below the £500m price tag that Natura was understood to be targetting.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

The store, in Toronto’s Yorkdale Shopping Centre, adds to the brand’s existing wholesale and outlet presence in the region: the company has 12 Ralph Lauren outlet stores in Canada and a wholesale presence at retailers including Hudson’s Bay, Sporting Life and Harry Rosen.

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Independent Retailer

JULY 7, 2022

If you are debating whether or not to start a wholesale business, you have come to the right place. As a wholesaler, you are going to be providing products to other companies at a discounted price. Now that you know what wholesalers do, you also need to understand profit margins in order to make money. billion in revenues).

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2021

The spring and early summer was an optimistic time for many consumers who finally emerged from lockdowns looking to refresh their wardrobes and find items suited for smaller local outings during the warmer months. Retail rode strong into Q2 2021 as shoppers returned to stores even as digital sales remained elevated.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

While consumers still make plenty of online purchases, analysts expect ecommerce sales to grow more moderately in the near term compared to the past few years. Meanwhile, consumers return to brick-and-mortar stores and seek omnichannel experiences. They invest in new storefronts and build strong wholesale relationships.

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Independent Retailer

AUGUST 8, 2023

The holiday season of 2023 is sure to be an exciting time for retailers, as consumers continue to look for the latest trends in wholesale products. With technology advancing rapidly and more people shopping online, it’s important that businesses stay ahead of the curve when it comes to stocking their shelves with popular items.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 23, 2022

Nike is pushing forward with its digitally focused direct-to-consumer strategy following a strong Q3, with plans to build “the marketplace of the future” and bring standalone Jordan stores to North America. The brand’s overall digital sales also increased 19% globally, while wholesale revenues were down by 1%.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 31, 2023

BJ’s Wholesale made the most dramatic moves up the rankings over the last three years, climbing from 27th place to 10th place in 2022. In fact, club stores are gaining momentum across the board, with three of the top 10 spots now occupied by these retailers: Costco (#2), Sam’s Club (#5) and BJ’s Wholesale (#10).

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Inside Retail

MARCH 6, 2023

Nadine Heubel, senior managing director of travel retail North America and global wholesale at Newmark, recently shared her insights regarding the latest in US brands, technology and trends that will shape the global retail landscape in 2023 and beyond. You can watch the Masterclass sponsored by Adobe here.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 26, 2024

The Bark product portfolio now includes toys, food, treats, dental kits and dental chews, and the brand is forging deep relationships with retailers like Target and PetSmart to bring this growing assortment to consumers. Consumers want what is best for their dog; it’s personal. It also means we go beyond the core function of a product.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 18, 2023

It also has grown consistently thanks to an expansive wholesale network and presence on Amazon. But now, Melissa & Doug is taking the reins of the experience and using its first flagship store to fully immerse consumers into its world of play. 6, 2023, just ahead of the holiday shopping rush.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

With the UK being Glossier’s second biggest market, this Sephora partnership and first-ever wholesale retail relationship in the UK is the perfect progression for us.” By launching in Sephora Westfield, Glossier is answering the call of their UK community to provide more opportunities to shop Glossier both physically and online.

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Inside Retail

JULY 29, 2021

New Zealand has an effective grocery retailing duopoly that is not serving consumers well, according to a preliminary report from competition regulator the Commerce Commission. Consumer NZ welcomed the preliminary findings and called for legislation to curb the chains’ dominance.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Established in 2005 by husband-and-wife team Wez and Eirin Bryett, the Gold Coast brand sells on-trend women’s clothing for predominantly Gen Z consumers. PacSun is our first wholesale partner, and we are thrilled to be working with them,” said Collis.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2021

Service Merchandise was a bit more fun than today’s similar IKEA shopping experience because it carried more than mediocre DIY housewares and furniture. (No After leaving the wholesale business, the couple opened Service Merchandise, Inc., Increasing the risk of identity theft made some customers wary of shopping in such stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 24, 2023

Now the company has become the first toy brand to test out the hottest new arena in digital selling — TikTok Shop. Now it’s here: first launched in the UK and several Asian markets, TikTok Shop was quietly made available in the U.S. in November 2022. in November 2022. We’re nimble and super entrepreneurial.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2023

The brand has a range of partnerships in the works, and recently opened its first domestic flagship – a 167sqm store at Chadstone Shopping Centre, showcasing new trends and styles, and introducing new customers to the vintage brand. That means constantly improving service and deepening wholesale partnerships.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 18, 2022

Australian online wholesale marketplace startup TradeSquare has secured $28 million in funding from US investment firm Tiger Global. New York-headquartered Tiger specialises in the digital sector and was a key investor in the Australian consumer marketplace platform Catch, which was sold to Wesfarmers in 2019.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Lesson 5 Owned ecommerce and digital marketing should support wholesale efforts: Homedics has a vast network of wholesale partners, including Amazon, Kohl’s, Target and Walmart. That way when new consumers walk into stores, they’re asking specifically for our brand.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 25, 2023

Every few decades, retail brands discover a new way to connect with consumers. The early 2000s saw the beginning of an online media push that brought standardized content from one brand to many consumers. The pandemic changed the retail space drastically and people weren’t shopping in stores for a while. So how does it all work?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2024

The pricing practices of Australia’s supermarket near-duopoly are about to the the focus of a year-long enquiry by the government’s competition regulator, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The ACCC will examine competition in the supermarket sector and how it has evolved since the previous inquiry in 2008.

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