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Why it’s good to be a mall operator in the Philippines right now

Inside Retail

A number of these cities are located on former military bases that have been gradually restored to life thanks to partnerships between the company and Philippines government. Same-store sales have been increasing at a rate above 6 per cent and twice that at its 74 department stores. billion Philippine pesos (US$1.3

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The Evolution of Retail Formats: Adapting to Environmental and Social Forces

Retail Focus

The journey of retail formats, as we know them, began with specialty stores, where retailers differentiated themselves through elevated service, expansive inventory, and deep local knowledge. Internet retailing revolutionized the industry by eliminating the importance of physical location.

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4 Ways Anthropologie is Building Brand Loyalty While Acquiring New, Younger Customers

Retail TouchPoints

Physical Stores Create Unique Value and Get ‘Premium’ Investment Like many omnichannel retailers, Anthropologie understands the unique value of its stores. We are not a department store, so we’re not forced into merchandising certain product categories together,” Preis explained.

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Exclusive Q&A: Queer Executive Seeks Genuine Corporate Support, not ‘Rainbow-Washing’

Retail TouchPoints

You may recall that last year, Target caught a lot of flak from LGBTQ+ groups for moving (and in some cases removing altogether) Pride-themed merchandise from prominent locations in its stores. RTP: What’s your personal favorite part of Pride month and Pride celebrations?

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Analysis: a perfect retail storm is brewing

Inside Retail

With landlord abatements now coming to an end, some retailers are also reporting rental increases of around 5 per cent for specialty stores and 4 per cent for large store chains. Additionally, the wage increases established by the Fair Work Commission as of July 1 are affecting retailer operations and costs.

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New Products & Trends at Surf Expo

Independent Retailer

Taking place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, Surf Expo draws buyers from specialty stores across the U.S., This show historically features more than 2,500 booths offering apparel and hardgoods as well as a full line-up of special events, such as fashion shows, annual awards ceremonies, and demos.

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Off-Price Retail: A Double-Edged Tool For Brands With Excess Inventory Needs

Retail TouchPoints

From supply chain disruptions to shifting seasonality and evolving fashion trends, a majority of America’s leading retail brands are constantly left with excess inventory that simply won’t sell. In today’s age, sustainable fashion matters. So believe it or not, some of the best of the best even rely on off-price partnerships.