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Tech-rental startup Circular eyes ANZ expansion following US$7.6m raise

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Asia is a complex consumer ecosystem, and there is a stronger preference for ownership of physical goods, including high-end consumer electronics, as it carries a sense of status and accomplishment,” he said. The post Tech-rental startup Circular eyes ANZ expansion following US$7.6m

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Decoding Chinese consumer spending behaviour in 2025 

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Luxury faces a recalibration: While luxury remains aspirational, only 16 per cent of consumers plan to increase their spending in this segment. In addition, brand loyalty is being redefined in China, with factors such as price sensitivity, peer recommendations, and product innovation playing pivotal roles in consumer decision-making.

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Casetify’s VP of business strategy on the phone case brand’s US expansion

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Tech accessory juggernaut Casetify is making waves in the American retail landscape via its landmark partnership with consumer electronics giant Best Buy. This expansion is more than just a growth strategy; it’s a testament to Casetify’s ambition to capture a larger slice of the global tech accessory market.

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Retail at the end of the world: How JB Hi-Fi aims to disrupt the NZ market

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Australian consumer electronics giant JB Hi-Fi announced a major expansion of its New Zealand operations last week , unveiling plans to double its store count in the next three to five years. Part of the expansion involves relocating at least two stores to more desirable locations.

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International markets leading demand for UK brands have highest global concentration of omnichannel shoppers, ESW data reveals

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Yet the data shows failing to build omnichannel into cross-border expansion from the outset puts brands at a disadvantage and leaves untapped revenue on the table.” Generationally, younger consumers are more likely to make omnichannel purchases, with Millennials leading the way.

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Walmart’s futuristic vision: AI shopping, drone deliveries and green energy

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The world’s largest retailer shared expansive plans for the future of retail at the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2024), focusing on adaptive retail strategies that encompass realms of customers, workforce and society. Walmart is not resting on its laurels.

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India’s DTC boom: Fuelled by technology and Millennials

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India’s DTC retail landscape has been evolving rapidly, driven by factors like increasing internet penetration, a shift in consumer preferences towards online shopping, and the ascent of digital marketing. Industry experts predict significant further expansion in the DTC market in the years to come.