Inside Retail

JANUARY 19, 2023

Recent years have seen rapidly evolving changes in all areas of consumer behaviour and there is little doubt it will continue in terms of the products and services that people want, who they want them from, and where and when they want to access them.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 31, 2023

Late last year brought a symbolic event in the athletic footwear business in China: it was the return of the Shanghai Marathon, scratched in 2021, which attracted a record 18,000 runners and was won, both in the men’s and women’s divisions, by Chinese athletes. Despite the blip, Li-Ning has recovered and gone from strength to strength.

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A1 Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

With the aim of offering a new customer service and a great customer experience, Royal Mail will start offering returns and outbound drop-off services in an initial c. The outdoor and indoor Open Locker Network allows consumers to send, return and pick up parcels at a time that suits them.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 16, 2023

Group online sales fell 12 per cent to $445 million as customers returned to in-store shopping. Camping and outdoor brand Macpac reported a 22 per cent increase in sales to $216 million, supported by an increase in travel and outdoor adventure activities. For the year ended July 1, group sales reached $3.8

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

Thailand’s HomePro is strengthening its market leadership in the country’s DIY/home improvement industry in the first half of 2023. According to Statista Market Insights, the DIY and Hardware market was worth US$14.21 According to Statista Market Insights, the DIY and Hardware market was worth US$14.21

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 23, 2023

Leading outdoor sportswear brand Helly Hansen has unveiled its new concept store at Chadstone Shopping Centre. The Norwegian brand – which is known for its sailing and ski apparel, workwear and outdoors wear – is stocked in high-end retailers, including David Jones and The Iconic, and has over 40 stores across the globe.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 21, 2023

A recent Retail TouchPoints special report dug into these stages and supporting technology use cases, which include: Discovery and Inspiration During the discovery phase, consumers want to be inspired. Users could start their search with a query like, “‘I’m looking for a dress for a Saturday afternoon outdoor wedding.’

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customers’ loyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Despite their investments, there are a few gaps and opportunities for improvement.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Investors cautious about growing pains Amer Sports’ stock market debut signals that it has no plans of slowing down and is in fact looking to accelerate its growth. Despite Salomon and Arc’teryx being primarily outdoor-performance brands, the fashion industry has welcomed them with open arms as serious apparel designers.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 17, 2022

During the pandemic, the relationship between homeowners and their homes fundamentally changed, as lockdowns, social distancing guidance and quarantine protocols left many consumers with an abundance of time to stare at their own four walls. 134% more likely to anticipate making a garden or outdoor purchase.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 19, 2022

per cent ahead of what might have been expected had Covid-19 not disrupted markets from early 2020. Retailers face challenges of consumers shifting toward value purchases, squeezed margins and rising business costs. That means the speed of return of net migration will become a significant driver of retail’s future growth prospects.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 11, 2021

And while the pandemic meant quick, efficient shopping trips by consumers, as more people are vaccinated they will increasingly be interested in full-scale outings and longer dwell times. I think you’re going to have a lot more of that once people return. Outdoor Shopping Centers Should Make the Streets Feel Alive.

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A1 Retail

MAY 13, 2022

Last weekend saw Eid Festival return to Westfield London for its third year, as local communities came together to celebrate the end of Ramadan. In the UK alone, the Ramadan economy is worth over £400m and retailers are increasingly targeting this consumer market to engage with the thousands celebrating Eid.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 7, 2024

It needs to be designed in a way that’s fun and relaxing, to encourage me to return again and again. He had been selling at farmer’s markets, but he’s mastered both the design and the guest experience with these stores. RTP: How would that apply in a retail setting? Harmon: It depends on what type of retailer you are.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

After a difficult start to the year, outdoor group Kathmandu ended FY21 with relatively strong sales growth of 15.1 A recent rebrand, however, has delivered some return to form according to the group. per cent, bringing in $891 million, largely off the back of Rip Curl’s stellar performance and growth in North American shoe brand Oboz.

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Net Profit Outdoor Wholesale Returns 246

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 28, 2022

One silver lining though all of this has been the emergence of zero-party data in retail’s marketing arsenal. With recent missteps by social media giants like Facebook, consumers have become increasingly aware of how their personal data is collected and used. Sherif Fahmy is SVP, Strategy & Analytics at IN Connected Marketing.

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365 Retail

MAY 7, 2024

With a strong retail mix of womenswear, menswear, home and outdoor, we are benefiting greatly from a healthy consumer appetite for premium brands at discounted prices. Radley is uniquely placed in the market to bring customers affordable luxury leather handbags that never compromise on style and quality.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

After a difficult start to the year, outdoor group Kathmandu ended FY21 with relatively strong sales growth of 15.1 A recent rebrand, however, has delivered some return to form according to the group. per cent, bringing in $891 million, largely off the back of Rip Curl’s stellar performance and growth in North American shoe brand Oboz.

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Net Profit Outdoor Wholesale Returns 237

Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Online sales, favoured during lockdowns, might have been expected to decrease as life returned to normal, however, the research showed the trend endured, accounting for 3 per cent of total sales in 2019 to 6 per cent in 2021. At the same time, this type of initiative fits post-Covid consumer craving for live interaction.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Many of the innovations we’ve seen retailers adopt since the beginning of the pandemic are immersive experiences, and while they may have started as ways to make up for the lack of in-store traffic and sales, they’re now setting the standard for CX in ways that drive differentiation, conversions, sales and loyalty but also decrease returns.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2022

With 2022 as the first year of MAPIC’s fully-fledged return post-pandemic, the atmosphere has been optimistic and energetic, with people looking forward to the experience of in-person retail and interactions. Attractive to younger generations, leisure can help to bring physical commerce back to consumers who strayed from it during COVID.

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A1 Retail

APRIL 21, 2021

Shaftsbury has relaunched its ‘Seven Dials Unplugged’ initiative, providing a taste of outdoor live music throughout the destination’s iconic streets on Saturday 17th April as visitors enjoyed the first weekend of relaxed government restrictions. Many of Seven Dials’ independent shops and restaurants have re-opened their doors to consumers.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2021

The new outdoor dining experience at QV shopping centre is serving up French champagne, cocktails, and food all summer long. IR: What are your expectations for consumer spending this holiday trading period? In the lead-up to Christmas 2021, consumer spending on ‘treat yourself’ purchases are as common as gift-giving purchases.

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Outdoor Fashion Returns Shopping 130

365 Retail

APRIL 3, 2024

However, for many consumer brands, the divide between expectations and reality looms large. Say I’m a customer of a general sports apparel and outdoor store, and I’m planning for my upcoming annual winter ski trip. I also know my returns or any future purchases will be incorporated into my profile.

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Outdoor Returns Customer Experience Apparel 72

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2021

That means more consumers are venturing out into the world — and going back into stores. Research from Springboard points to similar results: the company’s latest Retail Consumer Survey indicated that 56% of consumers were “very” or “completely comfortable” visiting brick-and-mortar destinations, a steady increase from the 50% figure in May.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Masks, pop-up tents on outdoor sidewalks, extra space between fellow diners and touchless service quickly became the norm for food service. Trends show shoppers are generally ready to return to in-person experiences — in stores, restaurants and beyond. Pandemic-era dining ushered in new elements of a night out.

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Payment Services Returns Customer Experience Outdoor 255

A1 Retail

DECEMBER 7, 2021

The Barclaycard report combines hundreds of millions of customer transactions with consumer research to provide an in-depth view of UK spending. Consumer card spending grew 16.0 With Christmas on the horizon, almost four in 10 (37 per cent) consumers who celebrate it say they are buying gifts earlier than normal this year.

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Consumer Beauty and Health Finance Outdoor 74

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Instead, a series of recent diversifications, including the launch of a direct-to-consumer site in 2017, meant the brand was poised to roll with the pandemic punches. While the pandemic-prompted ecommerce boom certainly played heavily into these results, Florin also credits the deployment of email marketing tools from Omnisend.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2023

After so much Covid-19 disruption and damage, the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) Big Show returned to the Big Apple with an equally big bang last week. As consumers return to stores post-pandemic, they are seeking out intuitive and personalised interactions that surprise and delight, with the option for frictionless self-service.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

The retailer managed digital growth despite direct-to-consumer penetration falling to 41.2% The company’s retail revenue rose 52% , with strong in-store sales offsetting an 18% decline in digital sales as shoppers returned to brick-and-mortar. Lululemon posted an extremely strong quarter, led by a 61% net revenue increase to $1.5

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A1 Retail

APRIL 22, 2022

In celebration of Earth Day, Timberland today announces several new initiatives that further its vision for a greener future: Launching in markets worldwide, the new Timberloop Trekker City Hiker is the brand’s first footwear designed for full circularity. earlier this year, today expands to include markets in Europe.

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Outdoor Returns Accessories Consumer 74

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 16, 2022

This time the focus will be squarely on food products, extending the company’s inventory within specialty categories and niche offerings that don’t necessarily have the consumer base to justify being carried in stores, according to Krdzalic. You have to think like a consumer.

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Retail Next

OCTOBER 15, 2019

A great way to generate new and lasting business relationships is by exploring different marketing strategies, including video marketing. With video predicted to account for 80 percent of all web traffic by the end of 2019, the significance of this marketing tool for retailers cannot be overstated. Improve Customer Service .

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Independent Retailer

JULY 19, 2022

Consumers who see value in retail technology are more likely (73%) to prefer familiar brands than those who are unimpressed with the tech. In today’s increasingly digital world, it has become easier for brands to expand consumers’ awareness. However, high awareness does not always lead to impressed consumers.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The huge increase in online shopping over the past decade or so has had a major impact on department stores, with many consumers turning to Amazon, eBay and other online shops for shopping, rather than a more traditional trip out to a physical store. Reacting to an evolving market . Temporary features for long-term impact .

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 4, 2021

Swiss performance sportswear brand On has opened a global flagship store in New York’s NoHo neighborhood — its first standalone brick-and-mortar store — boasting a design-centric and technologically driven approach to the in-store consumer experience. with an option to return them back to the store or purchase from there.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2021

The use of videos as part of a retail marketing strategy is a tried and tested method to catch consumers’ attention and drive sales. The Chinese retail market is leading in the livestreaming trend. We’re experts in the outdoors,” Barrett continued. “As It’s critical to maintain consumer interest,” she said.

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