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Coles reports steady revenue growth in supermarkets and liquor

Inside Retail

billion this year, citing volume growth and its value offering resonating with value-conscious consumers. Coles says its third-quarter revenue was up 3.7 per cent, from $9.065 billion to $9.4 E-commerce sales increased by 25.7 per cent to $1.1 billion during this period with an 11.3 per cent increase in penetration.

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How retailers can thrive amid inflation: Strategies for the holiday season

Inside Retail

As we approach the busiest time in the retail calendar year, one question looms: How can retailers revive sales in a landscape of unstable inflation and changing consumer habits? The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures show inflation has fallen to within the RBA’s target band at 2.8 per cent – the lowest in 3.5

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Coles names Claire Lauber to head up its liquor division

Inside Retail

billion this year, citing volume growth and its value offering resonating with value-conscious consumers. Her strong track record in team engagement and operational excellence makes her an outstanding addition to our executive team. Last month, Coles said its third-quarter revenue was up 3.7

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Ikea’s global retail boss on price cuts, marketplaces and why its betting big on sleep

Retail Gazette

Improving value will continue to be a big trend at Ikea in its current financial year as Öncü says consumers are still cautious on big purchases. Öncü says there are many cultural differences to consumers’ sleep preferences.

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Best of 2024: Clintons new owner’s plans for the card retailer that refuses to fold

Retail Gazette

At its peak, it was the clear greetings card market leader with over 1,000 stores and a presence in almost every major British town, but a n influx of internet rivals alongside the growing popularity of Card Factorys value offer resulted in the retailer losing its grip on the industry.

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What does Barry Williams’ return mean for Poundland?

Retail Gazette

GlobalData retail analyst Sophie Mitchell argues the issues at Poundland “Evidently go beyond the failed introduction of its Pepco-sourced GM and clothing range” Mitchell says thelike-for-like declines in its core FMCG category is reflective of the retailer failing to entice consumers away from other discounters and the big supermarkets.

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What does Barry Williams’ return mean for Poundland?

Retail Gazette

GlobalData retail analyst Sophie Mitchell argues the issues at Poundland “Evidently go beyond the failed introduction of its Pepco-sourced GM and clothing range” Mitchell says thelike-for-like declines in its core FMCG category is reflective of the retailer failing to entice consumers away from other discounters and the big supermarkets.

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