Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

The Memo, Australias premium destination for expecting and existing parents, has created its own product line, Due. Co-founders Phoebe Simmonds and Kate Casey said the name of the private-label brand came from a similar frustration that gave birth to The Memo: That an industry focus on mothers is long overdue. We were playing with the concept of time for Due and in the creative process, we were working around the line: It’s time to put you first, Simmonds told Inside Retail.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Primark has unveiled four new stores across the UK, US, France, and Spain in a single day, marking a major milestone in its global growth strategy. The stores, which opened last week, are part of a 37m investment, adding 130,000sq ft of retail space and creating 580 new jobs. The retailer ‘s new store at Glasgow Fort is Primarks 21st in Scotland and 195th in the UK.

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CJ Retail Solutions

DECEMBER 8, 2024

In the realm of maintaining kiosks, regular cleaning and sanitizing stand as fundamental practices that ensure both functionality and hygiene. Kiosks, often frequented by numerous users throughout the day, can quickly accumulate dirt, grime, and germs. A consistent cleaning schedule not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the kiosk but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Woolworths has reopened its four distribution centres after reaching a deal with the striking workers but expects about a $140 million negative impact on food sales due to the picketing, which began last November 21. Woolworths said that the United Workers Union (UWU) has endorsed the new individual enterprise agreements comprised of wage increases of a cumulative 11 per cent over three years.

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Speaker: Matt Sunshine, CEO at The Center for Sales Strategy

AI isn’t replacing salespeople—it’s empowering them. The most forward-thinking sales organizations are using AI to enhance human performance rather than eliminate it. From coaching and messaging to prospecting and pipeline accountability, artificial intelligence is giving managers and SDRs the new tools they need to work smarter, sell better, and close more.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 8, 2024

John Lewis Partnership is expanding its collaboration with Caff Nero by introducing branded cafs to several of its department stores and supermarkets. The first five Caff Nero cafs have been introduced in Waitrose locations in Billericay, Godalming, Keynsham, Locks Heath, and Stroud, with another opening at the John Lewis store in White City, West London.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Australian retailers with tween and teen consumer demographics could be forced to pivot their marketing strategies when a blanket ban on social media for those under the age of 16 comes into effect on November 28 next year. While the ban aims to reduce the negative impact of social media use on children, the indirect ramifications on brands and retailers could pose a major problem, requiring marketing managers to rethink content strategies across the board.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

While Japan has long been established as a premier hotspot for vintage luxury products, particularly designer bags and accessories in pristine condition, the country has recently experienced an unprecedented surge in demand for these meticulously maintained secondhand treasures. Attractive market Geo Holding, the parent company of secondhand clothing retailer 2nd Street, reported strong sales performance in its latest financial statement.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Veetee is thrilled to announce the arrival ofSTIRD, an innovative product set to transform the way families create delicious meals. Freshly launched in Tesco, STIRD is designed for those who crave bold flavors and love being adventurous in the kitchenunleashing their creative culinary skills and experimenting with new flavor combinations, in their dips,

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 8, 2024

The Labour-supporting boss of Iceland has called on businesses to stop “wallowing” and “complaining” about the recent Budget, stating that the Government is unlikely to reverse its decisions. Richard Walker, managing director of Iceland and a former Tory donor who switched his political allegiance last January, said: This isnt a time for businesses to wallow The Government isnt going to change its mind.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Charles Tyrwhitt welcomes its new store in Southampton. The new store situated at the West Quay shopping centre will showcase its latest collection of menswear and offers the same seamless shopping experience that Charles Tyrwhitt is known for.

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Speaker: Steve Worthy, MBA

The rapid rise of AI-powered displays, touchless technology, and sensory marketing is reshaping the future of in-store engagement. Yet for many retail executives, the real challenge is not identifying new tools - it is knowing which signals to trust, which inputs to prioritize, and how to architect decisions that elevate in-store leadership rather than dilute it.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Boohoo is facing a deepening investigation into allegations of stalking and corporate espionage, as the Metropolitan Police joins an inquiry involving multiple forces. Security consultancy Control Risks, hired by the fashion giant , uncovered evidence of what it described as a campaign of extensive hostile surveillance targeting senior executives, including former CEO John Lyttle and co-founder Mahmud Kamani.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Raise a toast to festive savings!Sainsburys is once again offering 25% off withNectarwhen you buy 6 or more bottles**of still and sparkling wines. With the buy 6, save 25% promotion valid on bottles already on discount, it createshugeextra savings.

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Retail Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Chili's is stepping up its gifting game for the holidays.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium fitness brand,Built For Athleteswill be launching their first ever collection of running accessories on 6th December. Renowned for their durable performance bags and following the huge success of their first ever clothing line launch, the brand has now further extended its performance product expertise into the running space with a line-up engine

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Speaker: Beth Sunshine, SVP, Up Your Culture

When culture isn’t consistently lived out across the organization, engagement suffers—and it often starts with a disconnect at the top. In this session, Beth Sunshine, SVP of Up Your Culture at The Center for Sales Strategy, will reveal how HR and executive leaders can close the gap between vision and execution by equipping frontline and mid-level managers to become culture carriers.

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Retail Wire

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Everything old is new again at Carnival Cruise Line.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The International Olympic Committee (IOC), in collaboration with Alibaba.com, has officially launched the first phase of the fourth edition of theAthlete365 Business Accelerator programme, which aims to empower current and former elite athletes to transfer their skills into successful business ventures.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

At this point, the retail industry is well aware of how enamored Gen Z consumers are with retail segments like skincare and apparel. This can be seen in the popularity of brands like Glossier and American Eagle with this consumer base. One retail category that has been garnering more attention from this younger consumer group recently is the home goods market.

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