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What’s driving the transformation of China’s department stores?

Inside Retail

Once seen as a staple of urban retail, department stores in China are undergoing a transformative reinvention. Market struggles Chinas department-store sector has long been a foundational part of the countrys commercial infrastructure, but in recent years, it has been under mounting pressure.

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la samaritaine department store renovation by SANAA opens in paris

Design Boom

The post la samaritaine department store renovation by SANAA opens in paris appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine. the extensive renovation includes a new undulating glass-clad structure by SANAA and gorgeous redesigned interiors by yabu pushelberg.

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David Jones launches online app in $65m digital transformation journey

Inside Retail

Department store chain David Jones has launched its online app, a cornerstone of the retailer’s three-year, $65 million technology transformation project.

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Myer’s net profit tumbles as labour, marketing costs increase

Inside Retail

The department store chain noted incurring higher employee costs, higher support office costs related to a new marketing agency and a separate investment in transformation capabilities. billion, attributed to mixed trading conditions, store closures, and Myer Exclusive Brands stock trapped at its national distribution centre.

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Myer’s sales decline despite higher online sales

Inside Retail

The department store chain booked sales of $1.59 per cent, impacted by the temporary closure of the Werribee store from February 14 to November 29. Its online store sales rose 2.8 Myer’s sales declined in the 22 weeks ended December 28 amid challenging trading conditions. billion, down 0.8

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Premier deal wins support of Myer’s independent advisor

Inside Retail

Myer’s proposal to acquire Premier Retail’s apparel brands Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Portmans, Dotti, and Jacqui E has received approval from the department store chain’s independent expert.

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Strong boost in Australian retail sales in October, says ABS data

Inside Retail

billion, and department stores climbed 0.4 Household goods rose 3.3 per cent to $5.92 billion while food increased 3 per cent to $14.53 Cafes, restaurants, and takeaways grew 2.3 per cent to $5.48 billion, while clothing, footwear and accessories increased 1.7 per cent to $3.02 per cent to $1.91