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JULY 27, 2023

Subscription-based meal kit provider Marley Spoon plans to revise its full-year revenue guidance after sales plummeted on soft consumer demand. million while the US market reported a 9.1 The post Marley Spoon reports soft consumer demand, revises guidance appeared first on Inside Retail. per cent increase to $67.37

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Inside Retail

APRIL 24, 2024

per cent in the first quarter, with consumer goods up 3.1 Since retail trade is a key input into broader consumer spending, which in turn is a massive component of GDP (as much as 45 per cent by some estimates), it stands to reason that the retail series might be a bit wonky too. Officially then, China’s retail sales rose by 4.7

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 31, 2024

Parade was founded by Columbia University dropout Cami Téllez in 2019, with a purpose to disrupt the market and champion inclusivity, body positivity and sustainable manufacturing. Businesses like Brava are championing change through inclusivity and representation for formerly marginalised individuals represented in the market.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 19, 2023

Children’s goods retailer Toys ‘R’ Us says it plans to open a 3000sqm experiential retail hub in Victoria if the company’s capital raising plan is successful. To date, the company has improved its gross margin in the Australian direct-to-consumer e-commerce division from 16.4 per cent in February to 22.3

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

With affordability and sustainability remaining top of mind for Australian consumers, an increasing number of individuals are turning to and relying on second-hand products. The resale furniture market in particular appears to be experiencing a boom period. This is particularly the case when it comes to furniture and homewares.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

You don’t have to be a marketing expert to know that Taylor Swift is a bulletproof brand that consistently improves, regardless of the challenges she faces or the challenges she sets for herself. She can instruct marketers on leading by example and practicing what they advocate for.

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Inside Retail

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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Inside Retail

MAY 9, 2023

Children’s goods retailer Toys ‘R’ Us says its strategic turnaround plan announced in March is on track and it has already achieved cost savings of $4 million this year. To date, the company has improved its gross margin in the Australian direct-to-consumer e-commerce division from 16.4 per cent in February to 22.3 per cent in April.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

From superfood -enhanced coffees to spirit-less cocktails, the market for more natural and healthier beverage alternatives has never been stronger — even when it comes to energy drinks. As Manuel Gonzalez, general partner at AgFunder, pointed out, “Tekla and Karishma are the embodiment of founder market fit.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

This week, Australian furniture and homewares brand King Living announced plans to expand into the United States. Comparatively, the Australian furniture market is worth $10.9 The United States is key to the King Living global expansion strategy and the market provides us with an unparalleled growth opportunity,” Woollcott said. “We

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Inside Retail

JUNE 12, 2023

Renowned Australian footwear business Munro Footwear Group (MFG) recently acquired the popular but beleaguered New Zealand kids’ footwear brand Bobux, as part of a plan to consolidate its presence in the children’s market. The long-term plan is still being finalised,” he said. The initial focus is on stabilisation.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 14, 2024

Sustainable, direct-to-consumer fashion brand Allbirds promised to revolutionise the retail industry with stylish, comfortable, and environmentally-conscious footwear designs. However, it appears that this once-high-flying DTC brand has flown a bit too close to the sun and has certainly not performed according to expectations.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Wool carpet manufacturer Bremworth is set to establish a physical retail store in Auckland to increase its share of the domestic and export rug markets. The 99sqm store in Parnell’s Residium aims to assist consumers in buying floor coverings which match the size of their furniture. Smith added that the company sold over $1.1

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Inside Retail

MARCH 28, 2022

The company also plans to expand operations to New Zealand in the first half of the calendar year, and then move to offshore markets like the UK and US. MyDeal founder and CEO Sean Senvirtne said the supply side of the experiences market is highly fragmented.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 31, 2023

Online bidding platform Ineda, has released an updated version of its marketplace, offering consumers somewhere to offer manufacturers and retailers a bid on electronics and appliances. Consumers can literally negotiate the best bargain on purchases. Together, we can weather these tough times and emerge stronger than ever. .”

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

With constant pressure to stay ahead of the competition, continuously innovate and get seasonal releases on time, it can be difficult to ensure that all the moving parts come together to create the best possible products at the right price point for each target market.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

For the past few years, consumers have been more than willing to dip into their bursting savings accounts – thanks in large part to the pandemic – to spend on Black Friday. Because of the psychology of sales and the immediacy of it, there’s that fear of missing out, and many consumers are exposing themselves to making impulse purchases.”

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 20, 2022

Coco Republic is to launch two flagship stores in California ahead of a progressive rollout in selected US markets and other global locations, the company has announced. “Coco Republic is an exciting opportunity to introduce the leading Australian furniture and lifestyle brand to a global consumer,” said Bauer.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

The plan from the beginning was to make something that would synergise with the Aje Collective’s other businesses, and which complemented the health-focused lifestyle Norris saw in Aje’s target market. New opportunities While Ikkari is still young, it already has big plans. Source: Supplied.

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Retailing Insight

MAY 2, 2024

M edia Marketing is comprised of many forms of advertising and is the process of creating desirable products or services and distributing them in such a way that increases their charisma. I will not be giving all the methods but have tried to cull the best media marketing for retail stores, publishers and product makers.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Following its store launch in Sydney earlier this year, Hong Kong-based tech accessories brand Casetify is planning to expand across Australia, as part of a larger goal of reaching 100 stores globally by 2025. It also highlights the brand’s intention to invest further in the local market. “In

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Inside Retail

MARCH 5, 2024

Ikea have established themselves as an affordable and accessible homewares brand for Australian consumers but they are showing no signs of slowing down. IR : What are your expectations for consumer sentiment and spending in the year ahead? This Plan and Order Point will also have a Pick Up Point for customers onsite.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Email marketing flows are crucial for crafting a seamless and personalised customer journey. With Klaviyo , an intelligent marketing automation platform, retailers can set up automated email flows triggered by specific customer actions, ensuring timely and relevant communication.

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Inside Retail

MAY 25, 2023

He added a growing number of people are using the schemes to buy essential items like food despite Consumer NZ warning the schemes are ‘addictive’. “We The post Hell Pizza launches ‘pay after you die’ plan appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2023

The 52-year-old omnichannel brand sells a range of merchandise primarily in the home and baby markets such as decorative homeware and lifestyle goods, accessories and textiles. If there is a single point of failure of Bed Bath and Beyond, it’s that the company stopped being relevant to consumers.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In today’s complex retail landscape, chief marketing officers (CMOs) find themselves in a perpetual balancing act. You need to drive growth, deliver compelling customer experiences, and demonstrate a tangible return on investment from your marketing initiatives. CFOs demand greater demonstrable value from every dollar spent.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 15, 2023

Online furniture and homewares retailer Temple & Webster has partially recovered from the significant losses that occurred during the first half of the 2023 financial year, and is focusing on its private labels, AI technology and value proposition to drive growth and market share over the next three to five years.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

By using future-focused insights, retailing marketers can evolve their strategies to stay abreast of change. A marketer’s crystal ball? No matter the position your brand or business holds in the market, foresight tools are designed to support you in building on your goals. Looking to the future is the future of marketing.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 6, 2022

Now, using its fresh capital, it plans to expand into a broader online food retail offer, ramping up its marketing activity and further developing its technology platform to expand its geographical footprint. The post My Foodie Box raises $6 million in IPO, plans expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 14, 2023

An ever-evolving space According to Dr Seshan Ramaswami, associate professor of marketing education at Singapore Management University, Singaporeans were already in the process of transitioning to e-shopping for purchases before the pandemic hit.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The pet centre will also have a small amount of retail space, where Walmart plans to sell its own private-label pet care brands. The pet perfume market alone was estimated to be worth US$1.4 billion in 2022 according to a report conducted by research firm Future Market Insights.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

With most items priced under A$200, the brand is seeking to elevate travel for the mass-market consumer. “Everyone travels now,” McGahan told Inside Retail. With nearly 100 years of experience, Strand is well-positioned to capture the opportunity in this space, and Nere is a core part of its plan to do so. “We’re

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Mexican restaurant chain, Mad Mex, has acquired back the 50 per cent ownership from its Singapore-based venture partner, 4Fingers International, shifting focus to its home market. Despite the disruption in the Asian market, Mad Mex has been able to open 11 new restaurants across Australia in the past 12 months.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

GMG plans to open 11 SSS stores – and 100 new stores overall – in Southeast Asia by 2025. With an existing presence in Singapore and a commitment to the Southeast Asian market, this office symbolises our dedication to delivering unparalleled experiences and services to customers in the region,” he told Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

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. IR: How are you planning to grow the brand in Asia Pacific?

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 3, 2023

Understanding the latest trends is paramount for businesses aiming to thrive in an increasingly competitive market. The story so far According to Yum, the adoption of AI technology, especially generative AI, is growing rapidly for consumers to easily create content, from text to videos, with little technical know-how needed.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2023

It has never been more difficult – nor more important – to stay one step ahead of evolving consumer habits. There’s little doubt that marketers have another challenging year ahead as they try to grow revenue and build lasting relationships with their customers set against constricted consumer spending.

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