Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
Supermarkets would be prohibited from price gouging and face stricter rules on land banking, should the government adopt the recommendations of the Senate Select Committee on Supermarket Prices. The committee published 14 recommendations, which include creating divestiture powers specific to the supermarket sector and prohibiting the charging of excess prices, otherwise known as price gouging.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 7, 2024
When DoorDash launched in 2013, it was all about restaurant delivery. Now, in addition to dinner from the local taco joint, you can order garden mulch from Lowe’s , mascara from Sephora and tequila for some margaritas to spice up Taco Tuesday, all in the same app. In fact, DoorDash’s reach has expanded so much in the past decade that the company has shifted its overall mission from food delivery to becoming the “ local commerce app.
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Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
The Australian Retailers Association and the National Retail Association have finally signed a heads of agreement on a proposal to merge, a plan that was called off in 2019. The amalgamation of Australia’s top two retail lobby groups will result in a single unified body representing the $420 billion sector. “It makes absolute sense to create one voice for retail and to combine our strengths to support the growth of this vital sector, which employs one in 10 Australians,” said N
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 7, 2024
Meta has introduced a series of new generative AI tools to help advertisers automate and scale the “diversification of their creative,” which company executives said is key to seeing success from advertising campaigns on its platforms, including Instagram and Facebook. The company also announced that it will be expanding its Meta Verified subscription plan for businesses in a number of countries with a new tiered pricing model.
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Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
Disney's recent financial report reveals a mixed bag of results, with a significant focus on the challenges of making its streaming services profitable.
Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
You might have seen viral videos of Wendy’s drive-thru customers in the United States ordering their fast food from the firm’s generative AI bot Wendy’s FreshAI. Most show a very human-like transaction punctuated with cries of amazement at how fast, accurate and polite the system is. While the system and others like it are in their infancy, and some still rely heavily on human assistance , retailers are investing huge sums in AI to replace human workers.
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Retail TouchPoints
MAY 7, 2024
Instacart has entered a strategic partnership with Uber Technologies to bring restaurant deliveries to its shoppers. During the coming weeks, Instacart app users will be able to order from hundreds of thousands of restaurants via Uber Eats. The experience will be featured in a new “Restaurants” tab within the Instacart app, and members of the Instacart+ loyalty program will get free delivery on grocery orders and restaurant orders over $35.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
Hy-Vee has issued a voluntary recall of two products due to a potential Salmonella outbreak.
Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
Crocs continues to log stellar sales growth, although the company admits its secondary brand, HeyDude, is performing well below its potential. The company saw first-quarter net income increase 1.9 per cent year over year to $152.5 million as revenue rose 6 per cent to $939 million. The Crocs brand’s revenue climbed 14.6 per cent to $744 million, with North American revenue jumping 9 per cent to $383 million and international revenue soaring 21.3 per cent to $361 million.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
The two delivery giants are working together to serve customers.
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Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
Retail has long been reliant on calendar events to generate sales – think Christmas, Valentine’s Day and back to school. And Mother’s Day is the next scheduled celebration in this year’s lineup. It’s not hard to see why retailers are looking to tap into Mother’s Day with industry sales estimated to reach $1 billion amidst a cost-of-living and cost-of-trading crisis, according to the Australian Retailers Association (ARA).
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
A California bill could change regulations on self-checkouts in stores. Some businesses may have to discontinue this service altogether.
Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
From May 6-10 an event called the World Ageing Festival is at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. It sounds a bit wacky but it signifies a trend to which retailers should be paying a lot of attention. It will include a conference with more than 100 speakers and exhibitors, bringing together professionals from more than 50 countries who in one way or another are in the ‘business of ageing’ or the ‘ageing industry’ – or as it is now popularly known, the ‘silver economy’.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
Beleaguered Boeing continues to face federal woes, this time for its 787 Dreamliners.
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Retail Focus
MAY 7, 2024
Natural light can transform your home, making spaces appear larger, fresher, and more welcoming. But to truly harness the power of the sun, you need to select the right windows. This article explores how you can enhance your living space by making smart choices with your window designs and placements. Understanding Natural Light Natural light is not just about brightening up your home.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
In a recent discourse addressing the specter of a Department of Justice (DOJ) lawsuit, Live Nation's chief financial officer and president, Joe Berchtold, offered insights into the impending legal predicament.
Retail Focus
MAY 7, 2024
The Initial Investment in New Boilers The journey to purchasing a new boiler is one that involves careful consideration of both the immediate financial outlay and the long-term value. The cost of a new boiler encompasses various elements, from the initial purchase to installation, and the ongoing implications on household energy bills. Initial Outlay and Installation Charges The starting point for any boiler replacement is the cost of the boiler itself.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
Sweetgreen, known for its signature salad bowls, has introduced steak to its menu for the first time, marking a significant change for the brand.
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Retail Focus
MAY 7, 2024
Incentive travel is a reward system designed to motivate and acknowledge employees for their hard work and achievements. Typically, these are not standard holiday packages but bespoke experiences that align with the company’s values and the recipient’s preferences. From exploring new cultures in distant lands to luxurious retreats in serene locations, the primary goal is to provide unforgettable experiences that fuel motivation and foster loyalty.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, Apple has been working on chips designed to power artificial intelligence software within data centers.
Retail Customer Experience
MAY 7, 2024
Daniel’s Jewelers is enjoying robust return-on-investment in deploying RetailNext technology to measure shopper behaviors, predict traffic counts, analyze theft and assess digital ads effectiveness. It’s also proved a big win for customers.
Retail Wire
MAY 7, 2024
In 2024, CMOs are making measurable brand value their top priority, with emotion taking on a significant role in this assessment.
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Retail Gazette
MAY 7, 2024
Boohoo losses swelled to almost £160m as it encountered “difficult market conditions” caused by high levels of inflation and weakened consumer demand. Sales were down 17% to £1.46bn in the year to February 29, which it said reflected its increased focus on profitability alongside the challenging market conditions. It added that its sales were also impacted by the growth of its marketplace with its commission-only revenue model.
Retail Dive
MAY 7, 2024
The company is expected to relaunch Zulily in Q3 as it looks to build out sister brands Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.
Retail Gazette
MAY 7, 2024
Asda owners piled on nearly £1.5bn of new liabilities that are not counted in the supermarket’s headline debt figures to finance the buyout of EG Group’s petrol stations business. The grocery chain revealed a £2bn takeover of the UK and Irish operations of EG Group last year, which is also owned by the billionaire Issa brothers and private equity firm TDR Capital.
Retail Dive
MAY 7, 2024
An AI-driven solution that’s being tested in Germany has eliminated the need for cashier intervention in 80% of age-restricted transactions, manufacturer Diebold Nixdorf said.
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Inside Retail
MAY 7, 2024
In a glamorous unveiling that brought a touch of sparkle to Kuala Lumpur, Chinese jewellery retailer Lukfook Group recently marked a significant milestone in its international expansion strategy with its first Lukfook Joaillerie boutique in Malaysia. Situated in the TRX district, a hub for both finance and fashion, the new store aims to blend luxury with cultural flair, targeting the affluent consumer base of Southeast Asia.
Retail Gazette
MAY 7, 2024
Morrisons has acquired 38 stores and six fuel forecourts in the Channel Islands from long-term partner SandpiperCI. The supermarket chain said it currently supplies all the shops in some capacity, with 19 operating under its Daily fascia. The stores, which are located on the islands of Jersey, Guernsey and Alderney, reported sales excluding fuel of £124.5m in the last 12 months.
Retail Dive
MAY 7, 2024
Former Ulta exec Susan Healey has been appointed chief financial officer, replacing Anne Mehlman, now Crocs brand chief.
Retail Gazette
MAY 7, 2024
Amazon is planning to build a new £500m robot-powered “next-generation” warehouse in Northampton, East Midlands. The new fulfilment centre will create 2,000 new jobs and will be fully operational in 2026. The warehouse will feature three floors of robotics technology, where products will be stowed and customer orders picked. The new warehouse will create 1,400 new jobs at its launch, with roles including engineers, HR and IT, finance specialists, as well as workers to pick, pack and ship custome
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