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Consumer class action launched against JB Hi-Fi over ‘junk’ warranties

Inside Retail

They were of little or no value because – the class action argues – customers already had the same rights for free under the Australian Consumer Law. A 2023 survey found 32 per cent of consumers had bought them at one time or another, often after being convinced by sales techniques. “Our

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ChannelAdvisor: three quarters of CMOs surveyed planning to expand direct-to-consumer selling channels into 2023

Retail Times

Consumer electronics brands are looking to increase their direct-to-consumer selling in 2023, despite the cost of living crisis and reductions in consumer spending.

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What to do when waste-conscious consumers expect action

Inside Retail

At least two significant forces are reshaping how and where consumers shop and their expectations of brands. Encouragingly, consumers are ready to increase participation in the circular economy. Consumers want businesses to make it more convenient to take part.” . In stark contrast, Finland is targeting 100 per cent by 2025 2.

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Costco to invest $150m in three new Vic stores

Inside Retail

Costco plans to open three new stores in Melbourne and Geelong within the next two years, investing up to $150 million. Costco currently boasts 200,000 members and sells a mix of goods from fresh food, groceries, meat, consumer electronics, clothing, diamonds and even coffins. billion in 2020 to $2.8 billion last year.

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Activating consumer support for the circular economy, and your brand

Inside Retail

Against the backdrop of rising costs, supply chain issues and extreme weather events, more consumers are re-examining their consumption and waste habits. It reveals a window for businesses to lead, educate, and align with consumers to drive the transition from a linear to a circular economy. Consumer education and guidance required.

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Retail at the end of the world: How JB Hi-Fi aims to disrupt the NZ market

Inside Retail

Australian consumer electronics giant JB Hi-Fi announced a major expansion of its New Zealand operations last week , unveiling plans to double its store count in the next three to five years. He revealed that JB Hi-Fi also plans to move its e-commerce site to the Shopify platform in the future.

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Tech-rental startup Circular eyes ANZ expansion following US$7.6m raise

Inside Retail

With ambitious plans to expand its offerings and scale into new markets, Circular is not just making waves in the tech industry, it’s setting a precedent for what the future of sustainable technology consumption could look like. Future plans “We have big plans for growth in Australia, and we are looking to launch in New Zealand as well.

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