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How Woolworths’ brand reputation could be impacted by warehouse strike

Inside Retail

While the UWU’s strike is advocating for workers’ rights, it could give consumers another reason to question if a supermarket duopoly is benefitting them. Woolies might be in the limelight, but the close association between the two brands in consumers’ minds means the fallout is contagious,” Ritchie continued.

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Japanese label Descente taps into Southeast Asia’s high-end sportswear industry 

Inside Retail

He added the Singapore debut is expected to build momentum for future expansion into neighbouring Southeast Asian markets with a strong retail infrastructure, its cosmopolitan consumer base, and its status as a hub for innovation and lifestyle trends. Quickly understanding and adapting to local consumer behaviour is crucial,” he said.

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From “fast fashion” to “fast thrifting”: When will we learn?

Inside Retail

The shift towards thrifting (a more circular economy) seems like a win-win – good for consumers, brands, and the planet. Keeping products in circulation for longer and diverted from being recycled or worse, landfill has a huge and positive impact on the planet. But not everyone’s buying into it.

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Retail sector can expect a consumer rebound through November – NAB

Inside Retail

He said NAB data suggests consumers have begun to turn a corner, with weekly consumer spending updates showing an uptick over recent weeks. “It It remains unclear whether consumers will ‘snap back’ to the same extent as previous reopenings with the virus circulating in the community this time.

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Roughly three in four Australians buy preloved clothing, survey finds

Inside Retail

There wasn’t that collective information about what consumers were doing, and I thought, how are we going to track our progress as we strive for a more sustainable fashion industry?” The company aims to keep clothes in circulation for a longer period of time in order to reduce apparel production.

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Experts weigh in on Nordstrom’s privatisation deal with El Puerto de Liverpool

Inside Retail

Minkow told Inside Retail that she was extremely excited for the retailer when whispers started circulating about Nordstrom potentially going private. The retail strategist explained that for companies like Nordstrom, the benefits of going private far outweigh the benefits of remaining a publicly traded company.

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Why Hong Kong kidswear retailer Retykle chose the UAE for its next act

Inside Retail

A significant 53 per cent of Middle Eastern consumers express a willingness to pay extra for sustainable products, indicating a robust demand for eco-friendly options. The potential for re-circulation is massive if the infrastructure exists. Unlike adult fashion, childrens clothing doesnt get loved to death; it gets outgrown.

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