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Circuit City Plans to Curate Shop-in-Shops Using its Electronics Expertise

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Circuit City has launched a Series A funding round along with plans for alliances with national companies, though it did not identify which companies will be involved. The integrations are slated to begin online and in select locations this year, with a more expansive rollout planned for 2024.

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China Offers ‘Strong Financial Support’ to Help Boost Recycling of Household Appliances

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The government’s plan is to boost the recycling percentage of household appliances 30% by 2027 compared to 2023. The central government’s plan also calls on local governments to provide funds supporting recycling efforts, including creating recycling systems for renewable resources.

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Dollar General Adds 100+ Private Label Products as it Expands Fresh Food Offerings

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Originally introduced in 2009, the expansion will bring the range of Clover Valley items to approximately 600 , with new additions including sauces, condiments, entrees, sides and snacks. “We As of Q1 2023, Dollar General offers fruits and vegetables in nearly 3,900 stores, with plans to offer produce in 5,000 locations by January 2024.

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Can Premier replicate Smiggle’s UK success with pyjama brand Peter Alexander?

Inside Retail

After Lew’s Premier Investments acquired the Just Group, and with it Peter Alexander, he shut down the US stores in 2009, saying it “reflects the board’s commitment to take the decisions that are necessary to maximise returns for shareholders”.

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Ulta Beauty Announces CEO Transition

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Ulta Beauty is making leadership changes, with plans for its President Dave Kimbell to succeed Mary Dillon as CEO, effective in June. The company also announced that Lorna Nagler, who has served on the board since 2009, will become Lead Independent Director, working with Dillon in her Executive Chair role.

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Afends opens two stores in Sydney, including CBD flagship

Inside Retail

Opening the first store in 2009 in Byron Bay, Afends’s target customers are Millennials and Gen Z. It is planning to launch in the US. . The brand places an emphasis on sustainability in every aspect of its business, including its supply chain, operations and customer experience.

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How designer label Dion Lee is positioning itself for global expansion

Inside Retail

Dion Lee is a luxury brand established back in 2009 by its namesake designer in Sydney, Australia. The founder and creative director hit the runway straight out of fashion school showcasing his first collection in a Kings Cross car park at Australian Fashion Week in 2009.

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