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Consumer class action launched against JB Hi-Fi over ‘junk’ warranties

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They were of little or no value because – the class action argues – customers already had the same rights for free under the Australian Consumer Law. A 2023 survey found 32 per cent of consumers had bought them at one time or another, often after being convinced by sales techniques. “Our

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Beer Cartel invites consumers to buy up shares in the business

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But consumers can also make one-off purchases on the site. Each week, 20-30 new beers come online, ensuring plenty of choice for curious consumers. “We’ve Beer Cartel hit the market when Australia was in the early stages of the craft beer trend and very few consumers were buying alcohol online. Covid kind to craft beer.

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Mattel launches online in Australia, with Retail Prodigy Group

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RPG is an Australian retail franchise partner for global brands and since 2011 has worked with Nike to expand its footprint across Australia and New Zealand. Our consumers are fans, looking to enjoy our brands in categories like apparel and homewares.

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Is now the time to go direct to consumer?

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Of all the habits consumers have established in the past two years, some are more likely to stick than others and the uptick in online shopping is certainly one of them. Founded in 2011, the razor brand was sold to Unilever in 2016 for $1 billion. The post Is now the time to go direct to consumer? DTC darlings.

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‘Everybody’s got a Levi’s story’: Chip Bergh reflects on his legacy

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Bergh, who has served as president and CEO of Levi Strauss & Co since 2011, is reflecting on his legacy as he prepares to hand over the reins of the $6 billion global business to his successor Michelle Gass, the former CEO of American department store chain Kohl’s, who joined Levi’s earlier this year. “The It was pivotal,” he says.

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As millennials embrace natural skincare, Jurlique sees an opportunity to grow

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In some ways, this makes Réthoré the perfect CEO for Jurlique, which was acquired by the Japanese cosmetics company Pola Orbis Holdings in 2011 and has a strong presence in Asia. It sells both direct-to-consumer through a mix of online and stand-alone stores and via retail partners, including department stores and pharmacies.

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Consumer Confidence Hits 10-Year Low

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Consumer sentiment hit a 10-year low in November as inflation climbed to its highest level since the 1990s, CNBC reports. The article cites the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index , which plunged to 66.8 It’s the lowest the confidence metric has gone since November of 2011. for November, a 6.8 Read more at CNBC.