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Black Friday boosts Australia’s November retail sales

Inside Retail

billion with other retailing, which includes recreational, sporting goods and cosmetics, leading with a growth rate of 7 per cent as turnover amounted to $5.87 billion while household goods improved 1.2 However, department store sales fell 1.2 ” November sales jumped 3 per cent to $36.51 per cent to $5.57

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Retail sales increase 4.6 per cent in December

Inside Retail

Other retailing, which includes recreational, sporting goods and cosmetics, went up 5.6 billion, and department stores jumped 1.6 per cent to $5.76 billion, while clothing, footwear and accessories climbed 5 per cent to $3.01 Cafes, restaurants and takeaway food services increased 4.7 per cent to $5.54 per cent to $14.64

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Exploring the Different Types of Store Formats for Retail Success

Small Biz Trends

Discount retailers focus on affordability, and specialty stores cater to unique interests. Next, let’s explore how department stores and chain stores fit into your shopping strategy. Specialty stores cater to specific product categories, allowing for personalized service and a wider range of brands.

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Macy’s Store Closures Partially Responsible for 274% Increase in Retail Layoffs, According to a New Report

Retail Wire

View this post on Instagram A post shared by Team Coco (@teamcoco) How Macy’s Store Closures Factor Into the Job-Cut Wave Although craft chain Joann and several pharmacy giants have grabbed headlines, Macy’s looms large in the 2025 retail retrenchment story.

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The Future of Retail Pricing Strategies in an Unstable Economy

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

For brands in sectors such as apparel, Footwear, Jewelry, Sporting Goods, Home Goods, and Department Stores, finding the right retail pricing strategies is crucial to survival and profitability. This works well in sporting goods or home goods stores where accessories or related items can be grouped together.

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Walmart Nabs Top Spot on Fortune 500 (Again)

VMS

Across the board, American business performance was off the charts last year: 2024 was the most profitable year on record for the Fortune 500, which posted a collective $1.87

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Inventory Management Tips for Retailers to Reduce Overstock and Increase Profits

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

That’s why applying smart inventory management tips isn’t just helpful — it’s essential for retailers in the apparel, Footwear, Jewelry, Sporting Goods, Home Goods, and department store industries. Why Overstock Is a Hidden Profit Killer Too much inventory may seem like a safety net.