Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2021

The above small retail statistics indicate that small retailers are not at all small when it comes to contributing to the US economy. Specialty stores are often a part of small retail store businesses. Unlike department stores that sell a wide variety of items, specialty stores offer niche-specific products.

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Rangeme

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

This was primarily due to consumers staying at home, says Neil Saunders, Managing Director and Retail Analyst. Valentine’s Day is a bumper day for retailers, to spread some love and inspire a whole lot of spending. In 2021, Australian consumers hoped to receive activewear (18%), comfortable underwear (13%), and shoes (12%).

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Rangeme

MAY 9, 2022

After working in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years and gaining years of buying experience, Arkwright decided it was finally time to open her own specialty store and cafe. She teamed up with retired cheesemonger, Raymond Cotteret, in 2020 and got to work on a business plan that would make their dreams come true.

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