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Australian Retail Outlook 2023: Paradigm shifts and fresh perspectives

Inside Retail

Some went without products in many non-essential categories altogether, others deferred large purchases. Perhaps the most telling sign that digital still has a long way to go, however, is that 39 per cent of retailers who operate physical stores plan to increase their footprint in 2023.

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Wendy’s international boss talks about the burger brand’s Aussie plans

Inside Retail

We serve fresh, high-quality food at affordable prices that represent great value for money versus other players in the market. We plan on using local ingredients sourced in Australia wherever possible. What has been the key to Wendy’s growth in other overseas markets? What restaurant formats will be available in Australia?

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Can Allbirds make a comeback with a new CEO and transformation plan?

Inside Retail

In a call with analysts on March 12, Zwillinger stated that the company plans to close between 10 and 15 underperforming US stores in 2024, about a third of its total number. To put this in perspective, the SG&A totaled up to just US$122.2 The post Can Allbirds make a comeback with a new CEO and transformation plan?

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Wendy’s international boss on the burger brand’s Aussie plans

Inside Retail

Wendy’s Burgers is ramping up its expansion in Australia , after announcing plans to enter the market last year. We serve fresh, high-quality food at affordable prices that represent great value for money versus other players in the market. We plan on using local ingredients sourced in Australia wherever possible.

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Accent Group to open four Hoka stores by Christmas

Inside Retail

Accent Group plans to open four Hoka stores in three states this year, including the brand’s first Australian freestanding concept store, which will open next month at Westfield Bondi Junction.

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“Impossible to ignore”: Witchery MD’s plans to capitalise on digital growth

Inside Retail

In the past year, one of our proudest initiatives has been formalising our commitment to Reconciliation through our first Reconciliation Action Plan. From a design perspective, the new look reflects the evolution of our product and aligns with Witchery’s exit out of men’s and children’s wear.

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Same prints, new look: Inside Laura Ashley’s fashion-forward comeback plan

Inside Retail

It plans to offer apparel, footwear and accessories and is currently seeking global partners with sourcing and design capabilities to licence the brand. If you look at the relative size of the market, fashion is the largest from a consumer perspective. Gordon Brothers is now looking to do what it did with Batsheva on a global scale.

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