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Scaling Up Sales in Enterprises: Weighing Discounts Against Free Shipping

Wiser

When it comes to online retail, pricing strategies can make or break a business’s success. Among these strategies, two stand out as particularly effective tools for driving conversions: discounts and free shipping. On the other hand, free shipping has emerged as a potent marketing strategy in the era of eCommerce.

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The Reject Shop posts sales decline due to lockdowns, absenteeism

Inside Retail

Andre Reich, CEO of The Reject Shop stated that the team was challenged with uncertainty and volatility due to Covid. “We ” During the half, the company increased its retail prices on selected products to counter rising international shipping costs which were five times higher than pre-Covid levels.

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Reebok Pacific GM talks new Chadstone store and growth plans down under

Inside Retail

The brand has a range of partnerships in the works, and recently opened its first domestic flagship – a 167sqm store at Chadstone Shopping Centre, showcasing new trends and styles, and introducing new customers to the vintage brand. The concept stores will provide us with the ability to ship from store, and ship to door.

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Sustainability Update: eBay to Sell ‘Imperfect’ Apparel in UK, Adore Me Launches Sustainable Fashion Marketplace

Retail TouchPoints

Conscious consumption is on the rise and two big names in retail have launched new programs to tap into the consumer appetite to shop sustainably. Items are available at up 60% off retail prices. eBay UK Features ‘Imperfect’ Products from North Face, Puma and More. ” .

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Behind Apple’s price cuts and the competitive mobile phone market in Apac

Inside Retail

According to Reuters , the US tech giant slashed retail prices by as much as 500 yuan ($70) on select iPhone models. Apple’s price cuts come after the company chose not to raise prices for the iPhone 15 series during its September launch.

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JD.com’s discounts and Apple’s price cut Lunar New Year retail strategies

Inside Retail

As the Lunar New Year approaches, retailers around the globe are eagerly gearing up to embrace the festive spirit and capitalise on the significant market opportunities that this joyous occasion brings. One of the best examples of this came from China, as Apple reduced its retail prices on select iPhone models by almost $70.

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Preparing For Peak; Five Tips For Getting Supply Chains Fit For The Festive Season

Retail Focus

There are numerous headlines about shipping delays and stock shortages, and growing concerns about getting goods to the UK in time to satisfy festive sales demand. Months and months of rising shipping costs are creating some optimism that the surge in transportation prices is nearing its peak. 2) Create contingencies.