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How Aussie menswear brand Peter Jackson is suiting up for e-commerce expansion

Inside Retail

In contrast, he said, the current e-commerce site is “like one of our premium flagships and something we’re really proud of”. Nick Jackson entered the business in 2012 after a career as a buying officer for Myer and territory manager at Cambridge Clothing Company. At the time the brand had 10 stores in Victoria. “We’re

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What’s driving the explosion of Australian retail acquisitions?

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The deal marked an enormous increase in the brand’s valuation since Brazil’s Natura & Co purchased a 65 per cent stake in Aesop for about $70 million in 2012, signalling its unparalleled standing as a category leader. However, this could depend on Advent’s ability to ensure stability at the management level.

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The key to cracking Gen Z? Hire them: Monday Haircare founder Jaimee Lupton

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Born between 1995 and 2012, these consumers have grown up with the internet, social media, and influencers, and, by and large, they want different things from brands and businesses than older generations. The brand’s marketing manager, Madeline Youngman, is part of Gen Z and “lives and breathes TikTok.”

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Analysis: The rise and rise of Southeast Asian tech giant Grab

Inside Retail

The company was founded as a ride-hailing app in Malaysia in 2012, but quickly expanded into other Southeast Asian markets. While its ride sharing business was impacted by the pandemic in 2020, Grab reported that overall revenues still managed to soar by 70 per cent year-on-year.

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Shining a light on the legendary craftsmanship of Patrizia Garganti

Design Wanted

In 2012, he designed the Gisele series , which is one of Patrizia Garganti’s most successful collections to date. Produced under the strict guidance of Patricia Garganti , who is the chief designer of the company, the company has managed to achieve a level of craftsmanship comparable to a major fashion brand.

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How Chinese toy giant Pop Mart thinks local, dominates global

Inside Retail

Around 2012, Wang had already recognised the popularity of toys in his stores. We think the localisation of a brand should include localisation of management methods, manpower, and products,” Moon said. In contrast, our customers in Southeast Asia prefer the ‘chance’ aspect of buying blind boxes. But not now.

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Proudly made in China: How Chinese consumers are reclaiming domestic brands

Inside Retail

Bain & Co reported growth in luxury-goods spending falling from 7 per cent in 2012 to 2 per cent the following year, with Western luxury brands in particular taking a hit. Founded in 2012, lingerie label Neiwai (meaning ‘inside and outside’) is another direct-to-consumer label that began online. CASE STUDY : Neiwai.

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