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From bricks to brand, here’s how concept stores bring it all together

Inside Retail

At the same time, several forward-thinking retailers are focusing on taking their in-store experience to a whole new level by introducing new-wave concept stores into their arsenal. Instead of becoming laser-focused on digital expansion, retailers need to start thinking differently about how they can re-engage the physical retail environment.

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Belles Hot Chicken talks crowdfunding campaign and global growth plans

Inside Retail

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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Why international stores are key to Costco’s future growth

Inside Retail

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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We aim to open 100 stores” across Southeast Asia: Muji Singapore’s MD

Inside Retail

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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How Middle Eastern retailer Sun & Sand Sports aims to succeed in Singapore

Inside Retail

On the ground, there is high receptiveness to exciting brands and concepts like SSS. He believes that the high demand for athleisure and premium sportswear in the island republic makes it the perfect base for further expansion into the broader Asian market. Consumers in Singapore are extremely conscious about what they purchase.

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KCA unveils next generation of global players

Design Middleeast

Amanda Barrett Amanda Barrett, promoted to Creative Operations Director, epitomizes resilience and creativity in bringing our design concepts to fruition. His journey underscores the resilience and expansion of the company, as he serves as a pillar supporting KCA’s growth trajectory.

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Coffee and home delivery: How food-service spending is changing in Apac

Inside Retail

We can expect more unique dine-in concepts trialled by food services in the coming years, either through loyalty systems to encourage repeat patronage, or to lengthen customers’ time spent in store,” she explained. Nonetheless, with many brands offering affordability, this is expected to impact the bottom line,” he told Inside Retail.

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