Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Australian retail sales in January surged 7.5 per cent year on year – and 1.9 per cent over December, reflecting a strong post-Christmas sale season. Ben Dorber, head of retail statistics with the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), said January’s rise followed a 4 per cent month-on-month fall in December and 1.7 per cent rise in November. “Looking through this volatility shows that turnover is at a similar level to September 2022, and on average, growth has been flat over the past few month

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Metaverse virtual events platform, Flox, has launched to make large scale immersive virtual events a reality for organisations and brands.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Back in February, China’s JD.com announced that it will launch its own ChatGPT-style project. It has been dubbed ChatJD.com, and according to the company will follow a “1-2-5” roadmap. This is broken down to one platform (ChatJD), two industries (retail and finance), and five applications (content generation and information). The company revealed that the ChatJD application will be launched through the JD Cloud.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Swiss brand On has opened its first UK shop on London 's Regent Street, complete with steel fixtures and a robotic arm. For its debut outpost in the United Kingdom, On aimed to showcase the science and technology behind its running shoes and clothing. On has opened a trainer store on London's Regent Street "Our concept was a shoppable science museum in the sense that one of the main things we want to share is that what we do is science-based," said On's head of brand environments Nicholas Martin

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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Trans-Tasman apparel retailer Mosaic Brands says sales increased 23 per cent during its first half as customers resumed in-store shopping. Mosaic Group’s brands include Katies, Millers, Noni B, Rivers, Rockmans, Crossroads, Autograph, W.Lane, EziBuy and BeMe. For the half year to January 1, the group’s earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation reached $15.8 million, up 195 per cent year on year.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Philip Morris Limited (PML), the affiliate of Philip Morris International (PMI) in the UK and Ireland, has today announced the expansion of its multi-category portfolio of science-based smoke-free products, by launching VEEBA—a premium, responsible, and sustainable disposable e-vapour device, developed specifically for use by adult smokers and existing adult nicotine users that are looking for a […]

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

We've seen some great schemes from this brand over the years and this one is no exception. The beauty of this store is that you can see how the scheme itself flows through from the window to the interior of the space. The current installation in this stunning shade of Red can also be viewed as the Golden thread through their collection and web page - not a huge amount but it is clearly there.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For retailers closely watching consumer confidence levels and spending trends, getting an accurate reading about what lies ahead can be challenging. It matters not just to gauge demand levels but to understand customer mindsets and the operational responses required to remain competitive. This has become more crucial as the economic cycle continues to shift.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Little Moons, the UK’s fastest growing ice cream brand and Europe’s leading mochi brand, are pleased to announce the appointment of industry veteran, Flor Healy, as non-executive chairman. An industry leader, with over 30 years experience, Healy will be supporting Little Moons as they implement their ambitious global growth plans.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

In Spain’s A Coruna, two contrasting fashion business models collide – pitching the growing demands for the clothing industry to become more sustainable against the constant need to drive sales. This rainy, windswept, city on the rugged Atlantic coast is the unlikely headquarters of Zara-owner Inditex – the world’s biggest fast fashion retailer.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

As the cost of living crisis continues, homeowners are questioning the efficiency of the appliances in their home in an effort to reduce their energy bills as much as possible.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Multibrand food-chain franchisor Retail Food Group (RFG) says all of its brands enjoyed positive same-store sales growth in the December half. The company owns and operates Gloria Jean’s, Crust Gourmet Pizza, Donut King, Brumby’s Bakery, Cafe2U Michel’s Patisserie, Pizza Capers and The Coffee Guy. For the six months, same-store sales (SSS) grew 17.9 per cent compared to the previous year, boosting underlying earnings before income and taxes to $13.7 million.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

People want to shop in stores with unique shopping experiences. Creating a memorable brand experience in retail stores is essential for attracting and retaining customers. When customers have a positive experience, they are more likely to return and recommend your store to others. Here are 4 tips for designing a memorable brand experience in retail stores: Define your brand story Developing a brand story that resonates with your target audience is crucial.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

From 2020-22, retailers took the opportunity to accelerate their digital transformations. For many, this meant bringing forward investments in e-commerce to sustain a level of sales activity. As economies across the world reopen and store foot traffic enjoys a healthy rebound, many retailers are turning their attention to what they should do next with the investments that were made during the pandemic.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

My collaboration with Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) started a few years ago and this is an interesting interview about trends in retail. Ethan Chernofsky is the VP of Marketing at Placer.ai and is giving fresh insights around consumer behavior, omnichannel, retail formats or loyalty. Placer.ai collects geolocation and proximity data from devices that are … More Retail Trends, by Placer.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Pureplay online books retailer Booktopia has reported a net loss of $3.9 million as consumer behaviour adjusted in a post-Covid environment and the company wrote off a major asset. For the six months to December 31, sales fell 15.3 per cent to $110.1 million compared to the previous corresponding period when ongoing lockdowns had boosted demand for online shopping.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Employee recognition goes a long way to building a strong, supportive work environment, boosting employee retention and morale. 1 Acknowledging the hard work and accomplishments of employees fosters a company culture where people are respected for their contributions. In recent years, National Employee Appreciation Day has become a fixture on corporate calendars.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

After achieving success through a digital model, luxury online reseller Luxe.It. Fwd has established a number of pop-up stores across Australia to complement its e-commerce presence. This strategy has led to significant revenue growth, and could be the way forward for brands operating in a similar space, the business’ founder and CEO Miranda Gillespie told Inside Retail.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

With the hotly anticipated finale of Love Island series 9 fast approaching, pre-loved fashion partner eBay has revealed searches for ‘pre-loved fashion’ on the marketplace have increased by more than 1400% this series compared to last at the same stage – showing how the partnership is continuing to change the game for consumer mindsets and […]

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Electronics and furniture retailer Harvey Norman Holdings has reported a 15 per cent fall in profits in its December half. The company owns and operates Harvey Norman, Domayne and Joyce Mayne brands. Total system sales revenue for the year was $4.98 billion while company-operated revenue reached $1.47 billion. EBITDA fell 8 per cent to $694 million while tax-paid profit slumped 15.1 per cent to $365.9 million.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

JD, the leading retailer of sports, fashion and lifestyle brands is set to upscale its presence in Skegness this month, relocating the Hildreds Shopping Centre store to a bigger front-of-centre unit, with the grand opening planned for on Saturday 4th March 2023.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Material circularity is on the rise and the latest company to produce a completely recyclable piece of clothing is sustainable apparel brand Pangaia. Textiles innovation company Evrnu was a partner in the effort. Together, the B Corp certified organisations have created the first denim jacket made from cotton textile waste. The RENU jacket is inspired by the classic jean jacket and has been developed using Evrnu’s NuCycl technology, which turns fabric scraps, deadstock materials and old clothing

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Home improvement retailer Wickes has announced the opening of a new store in Chelmsford as part of the business’ ongoing investment into its store estate. The new store will be located on the site of the old Homebase in Baynes Place, Waterhouse Lane, and will be open in Summer 2023 once refurbishments are complete.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Adrian Norris is the co-founder and CEO of the highly successful Australian fashion brand Aje, but for the past five years, he has been quietly working on a new venture, a holistic wellness brand called Ikkari, which officially launches on 1 March. Offering nearly 100 products across three core categories – topical skincare, ingestible supplements and aromatherapy solutions – the brand uses all-natural ingredients, which is something that Norris is passionate about in his personal life.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Eurofund Group, the international real estate investment and development company, has exchanged on deals with two major international retailers. The global home and beauty brand, Rituals, will take up a 2,000sq ft unit, while the performance electric vehicle manufacturer, Polestar will move into a 3,500sq ft unit.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Southeast Queensland’s fastest-growing region is welcoming the return of residents and visitors to their new CBD with visitation increasing, big brand announcements and continued investment in the new cultural and entertainment heart of Ipswich. Once a dilapidated city core, the Nicholas Street Precinct is now home to the Ipswich Central Library, Ipswich Children’s Library, council administration building, dining and retail tenancies and is centrally connected to the Ipswich Central train statio

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Hobbycraft has gone green for Easter in 2023, with more lines than ever before being packaged in reusable or recyclable packaging. Plastic packaging has been reduced significantly and where it has to be used (for product protection) it is secured from a recycled source.

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Drytac

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Drytac can develop custom and unique solutions for customers working across a wide range of industries. With such deep knowledge of the self-adhesive sector, Drytac is fully aware of the types of challenges companies working with these materials experience and how difficult it can be to find a solution. Phil Webster , Head of Industrial Sales for EMEA at Drytac, explains how the manufacturer’s flexible approach to developing custom solutions for clients can help solve problems across a wide rang

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Manchester-based delivery tech firm, DeliveryApp has appointed a new operations director as it drives forward with its technology optimisation for national scalability. Phil Woodbridge, who previously held a senior operations position at Parcel2Go, will assist in developing the offering around technology for DeliveryApp’s clients and drivers.

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FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Music tech brand Startle has launched the first-of-its-kind atmosphere monitoring tool to help multisite operators gain invaluable insight into their environment and curate the perfect customer experience. Within Startle’s enterprise-grade user platform, Studio, customers can now automatically monitor and compare locations’ busyness, energy, lighting, temperature and local weather on one easy-to-use digital dashboard.

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