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Analysis: a perfect retail storm is brewing

Inside Retail

With landlord abatements now coming to an end, some retailers are also reporting rental increases of around 5 per cent for specialty stores and 4 per cent for large store chains. Additionally, the wage increases established by the Fair Work Commission as of July 1 are affecting retailer operations and costs.

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Off-Price Retail: A Double-Edged Tool For Brands With Excess Inventory Needs

Retail TouchPoints

By 2021, off-price retailers are anticipated to experience apparel revenue growth of 6% to 8%, exceeding the broader apparel segment by a collective 4%. As specialty stores and traditional retailers continue to decline, discount chains are experiencing growth by capitalizing on inevitable excess inventory.

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Why tourists and big city flagships are key to Takashimaya’s recovery

Inside Retail

Aside from Tachikawa, the Shinjuku store has experienced the strongest growth (+30.4 per cent in December) and the Nihombashi flagship store (+12.4 The new specialty store space will be leased with the aim of attracting customer segments that don’t currently shop at the department store itself. per cent, after +9.2