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Behind Abercrombie & Fitch Co’s record results lies a decade-long reinvention

Inside Retail

At the time, Abercrombie & Fitch was still struggling to find its footing following the exit of CEO Michael Jeffries, who stepped down in December 2014 after 11 consecutive quarters of sales decline. Abercrombie & Fitch Co’s portfolio includes Abercrombie & Fitch, Abercrombie Kids, Hollister and Gilly Hicksin.

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Subtype to open new store in ‘under-serviced’ market of Brisbane

Inside Retail

Consumers’ willingness to drop hundreds of dollars on the latest releases from Nike, Adidas, Yeezy and other hyped-up brands is fuelling the growth of premium sneaker and streetwear retailer Subtype, which is set to open its fifth bricks-and-mortar store on November 20. The global sneaker market is expected to generate US$66.3

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Bankrupt beauty: Lessons from Revlon’s supply chain failures

Inside Retail

Under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, the company is able to continue trading whilst it attempts to correct crippling fractures in its supply chain, in a desperate move to retain some of its once sizable, indeed, dominant market share. Known as a trailblazer, Revlon was once the most radical company in its space.

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How Hue’s Nicole Clay is making the beauty industry more inclusive

Inside Retail

The global market for Black haircare products was estimated at around $9.56 per cent, according to market research firm MarketResearch.biz. For consumers, this lack of diversity can often be seen in the people advertising products through traditional channels. billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to $15.34

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New Zealand case against Bunnings’ pricing dismissed

Inside Retail

Auckland Court Judge BA Gibson said, however, that Bunnings’ marketing around it’s pricing was always tied to its price guarantee, where it will beat a competitors price by 15 per cent in New Zealand, and 10 per cent in Australia. Many consumers are strongly motivated by price when making purchasing decisions,” Rawlings said. “In

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Inside Flora & Fauna’s plan to take eco-friendly retail mainstream

Inside Retail

Eco-friendly online retailer Flora & Fauna is gearing up to launch its first television ad campaign in a bid to reach more mainstream consumers and convince them that choosing sustainable alternatives to everyday products is easier than they might think. The retailer plans to select 10-20 customers to act as ambassadors.

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Analysis: Why Abercrombie & Fitch’s turnaround has not been cancelled

Inside Retail

However, A&F’s recent financial figures and strategy actually show a brand that is firmly in recovery mode, with a focus on more on-point marketing messaging and fewer stores, as sales are shifted to its digital channels. . Abandonment of sexualised marketing. International expansion driven through flagships.

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