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Retail Roulette – Why Black Friday and Cyber Monday discounts are a complete gamble for retailers and consumers alike

Retail Focus

Experts from retail marketing consultancy Gekko have utilised their GWS Price Analysis Tool to do the heavy lifting, crunching the numbers to analyse average prices in categories including consumer electronic products and household goods, across major retailers, including AO, Argos, Currys, Harvey Norman, and John Lewis.

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As Microsoft shuts stores in China, are authorised retailers still relevant?

Inside Retail

The reported closure of Microsoft’s brick-and-mortar stores managed by authorised retail partners in China has raised questions about the tech giant’s strategy in the world’s second-largest economy and whether the move is counterintuitive when the market’s consumer electronics sector has seen a sign of recovery.

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Decoding Chinese consumer spending behaviour in 2025 

Inside Retail

Chinese consumers are now adjusting to a “new normal” in response to evolving market conditions, prompting businesses to rethink their strategies. The 2025 China Consumer Survey by AlixPartners reveals a significant shift in spending priorities, reflecting changing consumer behaviours and economic dynamics.

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Why Sales Associate Training is Crucial for Retail Success

Retail Bound

In this post, well explore why training matters, the challenges retailers face, and actionable strategies to make it workhighlighting how tools like the Coherence Training Hub can elevate success in tech and consumer electronics retail. Effective Training Strategies How do you train effectively despite these obstacles?

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

Inside Retail

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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Deliveroo Singapore’s MD Jason Parke on the company’s retail arm launch

Inside Retail

Expanding services Deliveroo has added new categories, ranging from beauty and personal care to baby care, pet care, florists, and consumer electronics. In the coming months, consumers can look forward to an expanded selection of even more retail brands on Deliveroo Shopping,” Parke said.

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

Inside Retail

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. That always worried me as a competitor, but I joined the business just over a year ago and [now get to] help to realise that potential.”