Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2024

Since the advent of paid ads on social media, performance marketing has reigned supreme, offering brands direct access to consumers and the ability to convert sales. There has long been speculation around the law of diminishing returns in performance marketing and brands’ decreasing conversion rates are starting to suggest the same.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 26, 2024

Amazon has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing a $2 trillion market capitalization for the first time in its history. This momentous event occurred during intraday trading on Wednesday, propelling Amazon into an elite group of tech giants that have crossed this formidable threshold. The company's stock closed up 3.9%

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2024

The bad news was that company CFO Mat Friend admitted that Nike fell short of its plan, telling investors on its June 27 conference call: “We experienced meaningful shifts in consumer traffic in key markets – particularly in Greater China, where brick-and-mortar traffic declined as much as double-digits versus prior year.”

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Though many of the economic indicators were excellent, including the low unemployment numbers and strong GDP growth, there was a lot of uncertainty in the market throughout the year. She previously served as a data analyst and media buyer for a broad range of digital marketing clients. billion, up 7.5% from last year.

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Retail Wire

JULY 10, 2024

electric vehicle market fell below 50% for the first time in the second quarter, dropping to 49.7% Tesla's share of the U.S. from 59.3% a year earlier.

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Retail Wire

JULY 25, 2024

The stock market has taken a huge hit in various areas, negatively affecting the prices of shares across industries.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 8, 2023

While optimizing budgets in times of financial uncertainty makes sense, such times also provide smart marketers with easier opportunities to improve market position. According to research from Analytic Partners, 63% of marketers that increased their marketing investment during the financial crisis of 2008 generated a positive ROI.

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Retail Wire

JULY 5, 2024

Japan's stock markets have soared in 2024, with the Nikkei 225 and the Topix hitting new all-time highs.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Misfits Market has introduced Fulfilled by Misfits (FBM) , offering its logistics platform for perishable brands to store, pick, pack, fulfill and deliver their products nationwide. The solution leverages Misfit Market’s existing infrastructure and in-house technology to provide a simple, customizable solution for perishable businesses.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 2, 2023

A full 60% of marketers believe the era of advertising cookies and IDs is coming to an end. The same survey reports that 41% of marketers aren’t familiar with targeting methods other than third-party cookies or IDs. “I The upshot is that marketers will lose direct visibility into user behavior beyond a brand’s website.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 1, 2022

Off-licence retailer Liquor Marketing Group (LMG) has strengthened its loyalty armoury and reach by acquiring Adelaide-based digital marketing software company Zen Global. LMG supports 1400 independent operators in the liquor market under banners including Bottle Mart, SipnSave, Harry Brown and WA’s Thirsty Camel.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 29, 2024

Walmart has opened two new Neighborhood Market stores that are over 40% larger than the average-sized location in this format, boasting 57,000 square feet of selling, pickup and delivery space. With the larger layout, we can offer a broader assortment across the entire store,” wrote Kyle Kinnard, SVP, Neighborhood Markets for Walmart U.S.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 19, 2024

per cent rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China. The company benefited from higher volumes as well as value in the unit, with strong demand in Europe and emerging markets.

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Retail Wire

MAY 26, 2024

The global fitness equipment market is projected to reach $18.4 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 3.02% from 2024 to 2033, according to Allied Market Research. Key drivers include the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technology in fitness devices and the rise of corporate wellness programs.

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Inside Retail

JULY 15, 2024

Statista Market Insights reports that, even in 2020, when far fewer people were worried about their appearance because they were wearing masks and weren’t going out, there were more than 63,000 ‘face and head procedures’ and 48,000 ‘injectable’ procedures performed in the Land of Smiles. billion last year.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Retail marketers stand to gain much-needed support and time from AI in a sector fueled by creativity and innovation. At a time when innovation and quick decision-making are business imperatives, marketers need to make their AI investments count. We know that AI can help build more meaningful connections between people and content.

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Retail Wire

APRIL 12, 2024

Intel underwent another wave of layoffs recently, focusing on trimming down its sales and marketing department.

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MARCH 13, 2024

IBM recently conveyed to its employees within its marketing and communications division that a reduction in the workforce is imminent, as reported by an insider familiar with the situation.

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MAY 12, 2024

China's electric vehicle (EV) sector is making strategic moves into offshore markets for increased funding, exemplified by the recent success of Zeekr, a premium EV brand under Geely, which saw its shares surge 34% in the largest US IPO by a Chinese company since 2021.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Macy’s has named Sharon Otterman as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), effective Dec. Otterman, a 25- year marketing veteran who was most recently CMO at Caesars Entertainment , will report to Macy’s President and CEO-elect Tony Spring.

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Retail Wire

MAY 23, 2024

TikTok is reportedly preparing to axe large portions of its operations and marketing staff, as informed by current employees briefed on the matter.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2023

Sydney’s Paddy’s Market is at the centre of a debate over its redevelopment with some traders and members of the public opposing plans to give the venue a significant facelift. With the market occupancy rate down to 60 per cent, Latham says Doltone’s precinct would boost that to “close” to 100 per cent.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Angela Hsu, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Bed Bath & Beyond , has stepped down from her post. Hsu joined Overstock.com as CMO in March 2022 following more than 19 years in roles of increasing responsibility at Lamps Plus , culminating in five years as SVP, Marketing and Ecommerce for the retailer. and Warner Bros.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 5, 2024

Rollout of Naked Sundays products into 50 Urban Outfitters stores will increase the brand’s identity in the US market and make it more accessible to its target audience. Naked Sundays prides ourselves on being first to market and at the forefront of SPF innovation. million locally and US$11.52 billion worldwide.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 19, 2024

The global flame resistant and retardant fabric market is projected to experience significant growth, with revenue expected to reach $13.39 billion by 2034.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 8, 2024

Craveable Brands has named Ben Simmons as the new marketing director for Oporto Australia, effective from late last year. Simmons was previously the GM of marketing and operations for Taco Bell at Restaurant Brands Australia and the senior marketing manager at KFC.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The Lego Group has appointed Justine McKenny as its new senior director, head of marketing for Australia and New Zealand, effective March 1. McKenny will lead the marketing team for the region and join the leadership team, reporting to Troy Taylor – VP and GM for Australia and New Zealand.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2024

With customers increasingly returning to in-store shopping, grocery stores are now in a prime position to reclaim and expand their share of the alcohol market. This shift represents more than just filling an empty space; it’s an opportunity for grocery stores to redefine and elevate how alcohol is marketed and sold.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Peloton has named Lauren Weinberg as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), replacing Leslie Berland. Weinberg will report directly to CEO Barry McCarthy and oversee brand and product marketing, growth marketing, creative, consumer insights, membership and global communications. Facing a product recall of 2.1

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 2, 2024

The global digital gift card market is expected to reach $724.3 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 14.2% Top-up cards generate valuable data on customer spending habits and preferences for the business, allowing brands to personalize marketing campaigns and improve product offerings. In the U.S.,

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