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Australia’s retail sales growth can’t last. Here’s how to prepare for it

Inside Retail

The latest retail sales figures are really quite incredible. According to the Bureau of Statistics (ABS), retail sales rose by 0.6 But clothing, footwear and accessories are up 2 per cent, food retailers are up 1 per cent while cafes and restaurants are also enjoying a 1.3 per cent bump.

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Why US retailers are embracing a more inclusive holiday season

Inside Retail

According to a report by global data and business intelligence platform Statista , retail sales over the 2023 holiday season are projected to be between $957.3 billion in retail sales the year before. However, retailers dedicated a high portion of their ranges year-over-year to footwear and outerwear.”

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How US Polo Assn blends sport and retail to drive billions in global sales

Inside Retail

billion in global retail sales in 2023 , US Polo Assn, the official brand of the United States Polo Association, is reaping the rewards of its strategic expansion across continents, robust digital presence and investment in forging key partnerships. With a resounding $2.4

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Bond-eye CEO: “Copy-cats are unable to do this which sets us apart”

Inside Retail

All four brands are globally distributed with strong retail sales and partnerships throughout Australia, New Zealand and North America, and a growing presence in Europe. Bond-eye currently has a presence in 31 countries through its direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce business and global retail partnerships.

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No one will escape: Industry leaders on navigating the retail recession

Inside Retail

Regarding his own businesses, Brookes is reducing profitability expectations over the next 12 months, and focusing on investments in acquisitions and new stores, as well as pricing and marketing strategies. We’re particularly seeing it in areas such as electronics and homewares, and are starting to see it in apparel and accessories.” “As

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Analysis: a perfect retail storm is brewing

Inside Retail

Inflationary pressure on consumer discretionary spending, supply chain disruptions and elevated inventory levels, which tie up a retailers’ net working capital, are set to create the perfect storm for retailers that do not have a strategy in place to ensure they are well positioned for the choppy market conditions ahead.

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Tips from a travel retail expert on tapping into passenger demand

Inside Retail

To say that the Covid-19 pandemic disrupted the retail industry would be an understatement. However, with international borders open again, and everyone seemingly heading to Europe in recent months, the travel retail market is booming. per cent ove overall sales.

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