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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. billion, in 2023.

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Decoding Chinese consumer spending behaviour in 2025 

Inside Retail

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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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. Leverage Real-World Scenarios : Partner with vendors for practical examples.

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Why retail media has become the next big tool in performance marketing

Inside Retail

For brands selling through third-party retailers in categories like FMCG or consumer electronics, retail media allows you to tap into rich purchasing signals, boost visibility and improve conversion rates.

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Ikea launches build-your-own party electronics

Design Week

It features a number of speakers and lighting systems, with which users can build their own tailored party set up, as well as other “party essentials” With Teenage Engineering’s specific focus on audio consumer electronics, the collection centres around sound.

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Best Buy to Acquire Current Health

VMS

Consumer electronics retailer Best Buy (Minneapolis) has entered into an agreement to acquire Current Health, a care-at-home technology platform, according to a press release. The future of consumer technology is directly connected to the future of healthcare,” said Deborah Di Sanzo, President, Best Buy Health.

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What to do when waste-conscious consumers expect action

Inside Retail

Make it easy for consumers: Making participation in circular activities accessible and convenient for shoppers to positively influence consumer behaviour, uplift the customer experience and build loyalty. Tailor messaging by the audience can align with different needs across channels and personalise the experience.

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