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Reinvest and innovate: Key takeaways following Fenton & Fenton collapse

Inside Retail

Standing out amid shifting consumer patterns Brian Walker, founder and CEO of the Retail Doctor Group, told Inside Retail that the furniture retail sector experienced a few golden years during the Covid-19 period when private savings and e-commerce activity relating to household goods were much higher than usual.

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2023 economy: growth rate slows as regulators battle inflation

Inside Retail

The removal of restrictions on movement in the early months of the year, coupled with pent-up demand in households, formed the catalyst for a boom in household spending; monthly retail turnover rose 12.5 The picture for other parts of the economy is also a mixed bag. per cent between December 2021 and November 2022. per cent in 2022.

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Kikki.K GM Lisa Gorman talks brand purpose, design and what’s next

Inside Retail

Late last year, after exploring a few other creative ventures, Gorman became the general manager and creative director of Swedish-inspired Australian stationary brand Kikki.K. is to help you navigate your life in style, with form and function as a priority. IR: What is Kikki.K’s purpose? LG: The purpose of Kikki.K

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Battered luggage brands hope travel makes a big comeback

Inside Retail

Last year was one of the toughest periods ever for the category, as travel came to a halt. Online store Luggage Outlet’s owner, Tan Wei Li, added “based on the purchase patterns, we have yet to see a clear return of leisure travellers”. The world’s largest travel luggage company, Samsonite, suffered a US$953.4

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Designers reveal the secrets of skateboard design

Design Week

“We’re not a one-trick pony” Clown’s Manifesto series The boards are generally split into two categories; higher-priced art collaborations and more affordable boards to ride. Pawar has used the logo to develop a camouflage-like pattern, available in three colourways that will form the basis of future work.

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6 Areas You Need to Get Right in Your Automotive Maintenance Business

Compliantia

Having ample parking, on the other hand, can help you attract plenty of customers and elevate the customer experience significantly. Stagger your deposits so as not to allow burglars to detect your schedule or pattern. Classify them into categories such as oils and lubricants, dry goods, tools, paint products, etc.

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6 Areas You Need to Get Right in Your Automotive Maintenance Business

Compliantia

Having ample parking, on the other hand, can help you attract plenty of customers and elevate the customer experience significantly. Stagger your deposits so as not to allow burglars to detect your schedule or pattern. Classify them into categories such as oils and lubricants, dry goods, tools, paint products, etc.