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AUGUST 19, 2021

Amazon.com is to open several department stores in its home US market to test the concept as it continues to build out its multichannel business model. Department stores’ share of the overall US market has fallen from 14.5 Kohl’s may suffer, if only because Amazon is likely to favour locations similar to its own.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The company is opening two new locations in Singapore soon. The first location will be an indoor playground at Orchard’s Cineleisure, which will offer sporty concepts like rock-climbing, which are designed for children, teens and adults alike.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

Geezy Go, an online-only supermarket that launched in Sydney in August, is setting up shop in Melbourne on Wednesday and will soon hit New Zealand as part of its rapid expansion plan. “We’re The business plans to expand to 200 locations globally by the end of this year, and New Zealand is next on the cards.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

Geezy Go, an online-only supermarket that launched in Sydney in August, is setting up shop in Melbourne on Wednesday and will soon hit New Zealand as part of its rapid expansion plan. “We’re The business plans to expand to 200 locations globally by the end of this year, and New Zealand is next on the cards.

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MAY 3, 2023

Vincom is easily the largest mall developer and operator in Vietnam, and wants to focus less on new development this year and more on a trifecta of objectives aimed at its existing mall fleet: driving rental growth, upgrading its market positioning, and strengthening the shaky operating metrics of elements of its far-flung portfolio.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Reliving vintage craftsmanship According to Huisamen, the wide range of collections and styles on offer, including the more elevated Made & Crafted line, is what sets the Ion store apart from other Levi’s locations in Southeast Asia. This market has long been key to the Levi’s East Asia Pacific expansion plans.

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APRIL 24, 2024

Brazilian restaurant chain Oakberry entered the Australian market in 2018 after ANZ CEO Renan Fretes-Pinto identified a gap in the market for healthy fast food. I thought that this concept would go so well in Australia. IR: Why Bondi Beach? To position the brand here just made a lot of sense.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Lendlease has announced that Kiki and Miumiu, the independent food market specialising in pan-Asian produce which started its business at Elephant Park , is to upsize on Walworth Road at the thriving Zone 1 London neighbourhood, more than doubling its footprint at the destination.

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JANUARY 31, 2023

The 1700 sq ft unit will be a Parisian inspired rotisserie style restaurant, located in the iconic Neal’s Yard, and will feature counter dining and rotisserie chicken alongside a menu of house cured charcuterie and classic dishes, interpreted by Tom. Story Cellar will also have an expansive wine programme.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

It was quite a novel concept when we first introduced it.” One of the early challenges they faced was in educating the market about the idea there was an alternative to flowers or the traditional gift hamper but, as Jamieson noted, once people saw and understood what Edible Blooms offered, it went viral. “So

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Since launching in Melbourne in 2014, Belles Hot Chicken (Belles) has grown to six existing locations, including a new opening in Bondi, Sydney, a few weeks ago, and is now looking to raise between $1 million and $2 million to fund further expansion. National and international expansion.

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MAY 12, 2021

Four years after launching online, Australian accessories brand Maison de Sabré has opened its first bricks-and-mortar store, an 85-square-metre pop-up on Pitt Street in Sydney that will serve as a testing ground for creative store concepts and services as the brand looks to expand its physical presence around the world.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

New Balance is also expanding in Australia, this month opening a new concept store in Bondi Junction , Sydney. Communal experience Clark believes that the Bondi concept store stands out compared to competitor stores operating in a similar space. The [concept stores] are a manifestation of that global commitment,” he said.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Following in the tradition of Japanese retailers like Loft, Daiso and Muji that bring chic to everyday items and are consummate visual merchandisers, Thailand’s Moshi Moshi has gone into full expansion mode with a concept that uses the same template.

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Founded amidst the opulent settings of Marrakech’s Dar el Bacha palace in 1910, this Moroccan coffee brand has recently made waves with its ambitious expansion into new territories. Unique formats The Taipei location is unique in the sense that it offers a retail space, coffee bar and takeaway counter in the same area.

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APRIL 8, 2021

Dutch fashion retailer Scotch & Soda is accelerating its global expansion plans with a total of 15 new brick-and-mortar stores and 12 shop-in-shops opening worldwide over the next six months. We are now entering the next chapter of our expansion, which is very exciting, with an acceleration of the internationalisation process.

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MARCH 19, 2024

Menswear brand Moss, previously known as Moss Bros, recently announced its return to the Scottish market, with the opening of a new store under its successful rebranding. The new brand concept, our level of service, competitive pricing and the fact that we offer ready-to-wear, Hire and Custom Made sets us apart from competitors.

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APRIL 8, 2024

The family-run business opened its first shop in the Royal Arcade in the Sydney suburb of Double Bay in October 1989 and currently has three locations after opening and closing stores locally and overseas. During this time the business expanded into Melbourne and other markets.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Macy’s has been stepping up to the plate with a series of new moves, from the expansion of its smaller-footprint stores, to a new digital fashion platform targeting younger shoppers. Can an old dog learn new tricks? In August, Macy’s announced that its second quarter net sales fell by 8.4 per cent year-over-year to US$5.1

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

MAPIC is launching its Retail Village concept for MAPIC 2022. A major, central location has been set aside within the Palais des Festivals for the show – to attract the most progressive, innovative and connected retail brands in the industry. Francesco Pupillo, Director of MAPIC.

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MAY 1, 2024

The concept will serve as a model for the company’s future store renovations and expansions and features a distinct storefront and in-store environment, expanded footwear and accessory selections, an emphasis on sustainability, dynamic digital fixtures and other technological advances.

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MAY 18, 2023

Starting with one restaurant in Kenmore, he developed the business to over 120 international locations, before selling to the Retail Food Group for $30 million in 2012. Bonding over a love for Italian cuisine, the pair started selling fresh gnocchi at local markets.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Australian luggage brand July recently launched its first US bricks-and-mortar location in the heart of New York City’s shopping-centered neighborhood, SoHo, at 127 Greene Street. New York City was an obvious choice for the brand to locate its first US store said Athan Didaskalou, July’s co-founder and director.

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MARCH 23, 2023

Sarah Stowe, editor of Inside Retail’s sister site Franchise Executives, talked with Abigail Pringle, Wendy’s’ president, international and chief development officer… Inside Retail: Why do you believe the Australian market needs a Wendy’s burger given our small population and highly competitive marketplace?

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MAY 16, 2022

“We will be using the opening of the first concept store to optimise the customer experience and embed it in future drive-thru locations. We’ve already ear-marked a number of locations for development.” . The new concept will extend the brand’s expansion opportunities beyond strip and shopping centre locations.

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Inside Retail

JULY 5, 2023

Australian burger chain Grill’d recently opened its first drive-thru restaurant in Brisbane as part of a broader expansion strategy to service new markets and embrace new channels. Grill’d – which is positioned as a healthier option than fast-food – is tapping into the significant global drive-thru food market. per cent to 2030.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Global streetwear brand Ksubi have opened their first UK standalone store, located in the heart of Soho on 10 Carnaby Street. The opening of the London store marks a milestone in the brand’s expansion in the UK and Europe. In 2022, the brand undertook a large expansion in bricks-and-mortar.

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MAY 24, 2024

Carlson, a longtime fan of the rowing aesthetic and classic collegiate and Americana styles popularised by designers such as Ralph Lauren, set out to create a company that redefined the concept of “prep”. On the launch of the brand, Carlson commented, “Many of our friends advised us, for our own good, not to start the Rowing Blazers brand.

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MAY 30, 2024

Zulu & Zephyr Bondi, New South Wales Australian independent lifestyle brand Zulu & Zephyr opened the doors to its new flagship store in March with an intimate soiree at the coveted Gould Street shopping strip location in Bondi Beach. The Bondi store is the second for Zulu & Zephyr, its first being in Byron Bay.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2022

New Zealand-based sustainable health & beauty brand Ecostore has launched its first brick-and-mortar store in Vietnam, as part of its regional expansion plan. The store, which is located in Ho Chi Minh City, has an in-store refillery where consumers can bring their own packaging to refill with Ecostore products.

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OCTOBER 22, 2023

Store growth for Costco going forward will be focused more away from the US than domestically because of decreasing opportunities for expansion at home. Newer stores are not as productive as older ones, indicating that the concept is approaching saturation or already there in the US and Canada, where Costco has most of its locations.

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APRIL 12, 2023

Wendy’s Burgers is ramping up its expansion in Australia , after announcing plans to enter the market last year. Inside Retail : Why do you believe the Australian market needs a Wendy’s burger given the small population and highly competitive marketplace? IR: How localised are menus and marketing campaigns?

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APRIL 30, 2024

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 This series recently won a prestigious Gold LIT Award,” he said.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Store expansion and optimisation LSKD’s next growth phase will include significant investment in bricks-and-mortar retail, and two new stores will open in Queensland in the coming months. Part of this expansion strategy is to give LSKD customers the ability to shop directly with the brand.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The 38,000 sqft space underwent a substantial expansion, more than doubling in size, and now boasts a diverse array of offerings across 15 departments, encompassing over 3,000 products. But it’s not just about size; Muji Plaza Singapura has introduced innovative concepts that redefine the shopping experience.

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JANUARY 19, 2024

Growing demand for healthy food and skin is driving the global acai berry market, which was valued at US$6.3 per cent, according to Prophecy Market Insights. Similarly, the global matcha market in 2024 was valued at US$4.25 billion, largely driven by the Asia-Pacific market and North America.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

They arrived with great fanfare but many international retail brands have found the Australian retail market has been a graveyard. Even prime locations, local partners, name recognition and often a portfolio of new merchandise brands haven’t kept Australia from becoming a dead end for some major international retailers.

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