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Poshmark to exit Australia to focus on core markets

Inside Retail

Fashion marketplace Poshmark has announced the closure of its operations in Australia, India and the UK to focus on its North American business. The company said on its website that it plans to increase investment and “drive meaningful growth” in its core markets – the US and Canada. Buyers and sellers for Australia, India and the UK will no longer have access to the marketplace via the app or web starting November 2.

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Amazon: ‘Work in the office three days a week or get fired’

Retail Gazette

Amazon has informed its managers they can fire workers who refuse to work in the office a minimum of three days per week. According to Business Insider, new internal guidelines have been implemented for supervisors detailing how they can dismiss staff refusing to follow the rule. An internal memo for the company read:”If the employee does not demonstrate immediate and sustained attendance after the first conversation, managers should then conduct a follow-up discussion within a reasonable

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Why international stores are key to Costco’s future growth

Inside Retail

Costco Wholesale Corporation, the world’s third-largest retailer after Walmart and Amazon, has a wacky fiscal year that is out of sync with most retailers: Its FY23 ended 3 September and its annual report was released on 11 October. From close up, things look healthy and there’s no question that Costco is a great retailer with a model that will stand the test of time.

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Wiggle faces potential insolvency as owner pulls funds

Retail Gazette

Wiggle could face insolvency following its owner Signa Holding has withdrawn funds from the division that owns the bikes etailer. According to CyclingNews, Wiggle has stopped paying suppliers, cancelled orders and is not receiving goods until further notice. Last Monday, Signa – which co-owns Selfridges – ended an £130m funding commitment to its sports division Signa Sports United (SSU).

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

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.

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Taiwan’s answer to The RealReal: Behind PopChill’s global expansion plans

Inside Retail

In a move that underscores the burgeoning potential of the Asian luxury market, Taiwan-based second-hand luxury site PopChill has secured US$1.9 million in its latest investment round as it looks to expand in the region. Already a disruptive force in Taiwan’s e-commerce landscape, PopChill is setting its sights on Hong Kong, armed with a unique business model that promises to redefine how second-hand luxury items are bought and sold online.

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Sportswear brand On to open second UK store

Retail Gazette

On is set to open its second UK store next week in London’s Spitalfields almost one year after it unveiled its first. The 310sq m outlet, located at 37 Bushfield Street, will offer the running retailer’s range of footwear, apparel and accessories. Opening on November 3, the shop will also serve as a hub for community activities and run clubs. The store’s colour palette and materials will draw inspiration from the market’s red bricks, while the flexible display features are “a nod to the dynamic

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John Lewis criticised over affordable housing plans

Retail Gazette

London planning officials have accused John Lewis of building “executive housing” that will not help local families. The accusation comes after the retailer revealed that as little as 10% of flats at one of its flagship developments could be affordable. In planning documents, the department store company claimed it aimed to make 20% of properties at its new Bromley development affordable, and added that it would “always provide a minimum of 10% affordable housing regardlessR

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Register for NACDS’ 90th anniversary celebration

Mass Relators

NEW YORK — Time is running out to register for NACDS’ 90th anniversary celebration. Chain Drug Review , Drug Store News , The Emerson Group and MMR have joined forces to celebrate the contributions of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores and community pharmacy retailers. Registration is open for this special event, which will be held on December 13th in New York City.