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TikTok Shop Expands Refurbished Electronics Business to the U.S.

Retail TouchPoints

TikTok Shop has expanded the refurbished electronics product category to U.S. TikTok users can click the Shop tab to see refurbished products such as tablets, mobile phones and laptops being sold by approved TikTok sellers. Sellers also are required to provide a one-year warranty for all refurbished electronics sold via TikTok Shop.

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The rise of second-hand shopping in Australia: A cultural and economic shift

Inside Retail

We currently live in an era marked by economic uncertainty, environmental consciousness, and a desire for uniqueness, Australians are increasingly embracing second-hand shopping. The hunt for the thrill of it One of the driving appeals of second-hand shopping lies in the exhilaration of the search, the dopamine release gained in the hunt.

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Retail Roulette – Why Black Friday and Cyber Monday discounts are a complete gamble for retailers and consumers alike

Retail Focus

The approach of offering fewer products while increasing promotional impact reflects how a retailer like Currys is refining its strategy to balance consumer preferences with enticing deals to consumers. Initially sold at its full retail price of £4299 throughout October, the TV was heavily discounted in early November, dropping by 30.2%

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The Future of Retail Pricing Strategies in an Unstable Economy

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For brands in sectors such as apparel, Footwear, Jewelry, Sporting Goods, Home Goods, and Department Stores, finding the right retail pricing strategies is crucial to survival and profitability. Combined with 2025 inflation trends, where consumer prices are expected to rise another 3.2% Today’s economy is fluid.

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How AI is Revolutionising the Retail Sector

Retail Focus

Personalised Recommendations One of the most visible applications of AI in retail is personalised product recommendations. Retailers are using machine learning algorithms to analyse customer data and purchase history to provide tailored suggestions and recommendations.

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How AI is Helping a Brooklyn Thrift Store Amp Up Both Sales and its Environmental Impact

Retail TouchPoints

In addition to the tens of thousands of items resold every year through its shop, Big Reuse also operates composting programs and street tree care projects across New York City, funded in part by profits from the store. And now, this literal grassroots organization is taking things to the next level with AI.

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Behind Documents’ path to luxury fragrance leadership in China

Inside Retail

As such, it commands premium retail prices – nudging 1000RMB ($140) per 30ml bottle – and has drawn investment from French giant L’Oreal’s venture capital fund, Chinese online luxury accelerator Ushopal , and spirits giant and Chivas Regal parent Pernod Ricard.