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JULY 22, 2024

Inside Retail spoke to Balázs Krizsanyik, GM of Desigual Asia Pacific, and Tim O’Rourke, national sales and managing director at O’Rourke Showroom, to learn more about the brand’s local strategy for the Australian market and its expansion strategy globally. IR: Could you elaborate more on the expansion strategies in this market?

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Building a more accessible Ikea Olson told Inside Retail that one of the companys main priorities right now is to create accessibility for American consumers across the US. Besides the normal blue box that I’m sure the American consumer has already seen and shopped in, we have started to create pickup points across the US, the COO said.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 9, 2025

Lululemon Athletica CEO Calvin McDonald said mens products now account for 25 per cent of sales, and awareness of the brand among male consumers in the US is still growing. A strategy aimed at female consumers? Despite the skepticism surrounding the Hamilton partnership, Lululemon remains bullish on its ability to court male consumers.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

While retailers have had their heads down trying to decipher which Generative AI technology will increase operational efficiency, it has become apparent that consumers, too, have an appetite for AI. Since the launch of Alexa in 2014 consumers have warmed up to the idea of interacting with smart appliances.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Unilever is investing €100 million (US$105 million) to build a “world-class, digital-first” fragrance house, aimed at boosting the expansion of its fragrance segment. In addition, the consumer goods corporation collaborates with experienced perfumers from the UK, the US, and India to work on its global portfolio of brands. “By

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 30, 2024

The post Why Filipino mall giant SM Prime remains committed to regional expansion appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The action is shifting to the regions SM Prime is committed to concentrating more resources in regional areas outside metropolitan Manila, where more than 40 per cent of the company’s mall floorspace already resides.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 19, 2024

The brand launched a direct-to-consumer e-commerce site to expand beyond UberEats late in the year. The post Retail Food Group swings to net profit on store outlets expansion appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Following the success of fellow Kiwi outdoor brand Kathmandu , outdoor clothing brand Bushbuck is raising equity to speed up its expansion in Australia. Founded in 2012 by CEO Tim Dunn, Bushbuck is a hunting and outdoor brand that uses a direct-to-consumer business model.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 6, 2025

Fulfilment expansion Amazon Australia is heavily investing in expanding its fulfilment capabilities in the local market. This has led a number of CPGs and FMCGs to increase their investment and focus on the Amazon platform, which provides consumers with a greater selection and assortment to choose from.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

They include new brands and licences, developing and progressing its own brands, expanding its category offerings for the licences it already holds, and expansion outside of Australia and New Zealand. Focusing on the consumer. It focused on its existing portfolio, as well as its end consumer.

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Inside Retail

JULY 2, 2023

The funding will help support Pet Circle’s growth as it continues to invest in expansion to potentially secure a larger share of the pet supplies market – worth $12 billion annually. Why Pet Circle is expanding into insurance amid pet spending boom The post Pet Circle secures $75 million to fund expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Amazon’s steady and strategic expansion of its logistics network has given it an edge in speed and efficiency. This seamless, integrated customer experience has redefined Australian consumers’ expectations, making it harder for traditional retailers to compete with their slower and more costly fulfilment methods. With an estimated$1.1

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 17, 2022

Australian businesses and consumers are encouraged to share their views on social media services as the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) prepares the sixth interim report in its Digital Platform Services Inquiry. Interested stakeholders are advised to submit their views to the commission by September 9.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Organic growth stood at 13 per cent, with like-for-like growth of 7 per cent and network expansion of 5 per cent. “It’s a stronger consumer demand and sentiment in the US than we see in Europe, and one would probably think that that’s going to continue into this year,” Pandora CEO Alexander Lacik told Reuters.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Today, the Salomon customer includes Pilates princesses whose ‘fit checks’ on social media have contributed to the virality of the shoe styles, whilst the brand still caters to its core original consumer of adventure seekers. The unique set of Salomon partner trail events is an expansion of its global strategy.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Flying Tigers expansion strategy is rapid; it plans to have a footprint of 50 stores across Australia in the next five years. The design-led variety retailer is looking to offer Australian consumers an entirely new shopping experience and fill a gap in the market with its sustainable, affordable and playful designs.

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Inside Retail

JULY 17, 2023

With international expansion on the horizon, we sat down with founder and CEO Shelley Sullivan to talk through the brand’s journey, as well as what makes it tick. IR: It’s pretty clear it’s a challenging environment for those consumers at the moment. Can you tell me a bit about MCoBeauty’s expansion plans?

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 28, 2023

Meanwhile, Neil Moody, GM of Focus Insights ANZ, said Aldi is making ground against its major grocery rivals as consumers shop around for value. Aldi is not necessarily the first choice shop for everyone, but I expect more consumers will start doing their main shop at Aldi and shop there more frequently to better manage their budgets.”

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Privately held French luxury skincare brand Clarins has opened its first direct-to-consumer (DTC) store in Australia and New Zealand after 70 years in the game. We are currently focused on the success of this inaugural store; its performance will guide our plans for future expansion.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Much of this expansion can be credited to the business’ growth locally. By reimagining the way consumers could interact with the brand. When reflecting on whether consumers are likely to tighten their belts and cut spending as interest rates rise, Antonius said he is quite bullish in his belief that Chatime isn’t in any danger.

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AUGUST 16, 2022

Our solid inventory levels enabled us to capture consumer demand when retail spending rebounded in the second quarter following the end of Covid-related lockdowns.”. The post Super Retail Group delivers record sales, eyes expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

per cent, as orders were impacted by the impact of inflation on consumer spending. The company said it remains on track to deliver significant network expansion this year. The post Domino’s Pizza profit slumps as inflation hits consumer spending appeared first on Inside Retail. million on global sales of $1.97

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In an exclusive interview, Nick Ramsay, CEO and co-founder of Circular, shared a glimpse into the company’s rapid growth, its upcoming initiatives, and its vision to reshape consumer tech habits for the better. The post Tech-rental startup Circular eyes ANZ expansion following US$7.6m

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Inside Retail

MAY 22, 2023

While you might not think of Amazon as a homewares retailer, according to the business’ consumer PR manager Duncan Fredericks, homewares is a definite growth area for the e-commerce giant. The post Why Amazon is targeting renters with homewares expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

IR: We’ve seen consumer behaviour change rapidly during and after the pandemic. Looking ahead, what are the major consumer trends that are on your radar, and how is Who Gives A Crap preparing for them? Looking ahead, it’s not just sustainable products that consumers are interested in, but an entirely sustainable supply chain.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 10, 2025

Dubai-based retailer and brand distributor GMG is ramping up its expansion in Southeast Asia and Hong Kong as demand for sports and lifestyle products soars. The country has a well-established retail ecosystem with high-traffic shopping malls, premium retail spaces and a digitally engaged consumer base.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

She also noted that the brand had made sales across the UK prior to the launch, however high shipping costs, without a dedicated distributor, was a barrier for consumers. The post How viral TikTok posts led to Lydy’s international expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Building brand partnerships From a business model perspective, this has involved working with new brands to make products at the mill, such as its partnership with Country Road on a limited-edition picnic rug earlier this year, as well as reviving its own brand and direct-to-consumer sales.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

This expansion aligns with the broader trend of Korean beauty brands gaining traction in international markets, particularly in the US, where consumers are increasingly drawn to innovative Korean skincare and cosmetic products. The company said in a statement that the US offers a compelling opportunity in terms of size and influence.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 31, 2025

The fast-casual restaurant sector has experienced a notable rise in Australia, driven by shifting consumer preferences towards high-quality, convenient and affordable dining options. One of the key drivers in Papa Flocks expansion is community engagement. However, we also offer consumers quality produce.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The executive said the new funding will be allocated across three strategic focus areas: product innovation and expansion, omnichannel retail presence, and international expansion. “We This international expansion strategy will enable us to refine our brand’s global appeal and gauge demand across diverse regions,” he explained.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

The Japanese consumer is highly discerning, valuing products that offer not only efficacy but also an experience. She added that the company views Japan as a crucial market for furthering its global expansion. The CEO said Kypris will focus on educating consumers about what makes the brand unique. “We

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

some has implemented a cross-border online and offline membership system, allowing consumers to earn and redeem points across different countries. Southeast Asia expansion Beyond Indonesia, Oh!some some identified Malaysia as its next key market, driven by the countrys young consumer base and thriving retail environment.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2023

IR: It seems that a lot of Australian retailers are considering international expansion right now. Can you tell me about launching the business initially, and why you shifted your focus in 2018 to direct-to-consumer – first online and now offline as well? Do you think there’s been a mindset shift around this?

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Inside Retail

MARCH 11, 2025

Under the leadership of CEO Christophe Archaimbault, the brand is executing a multi-faceted strategy to ensure relevance, drive international expansion and deepen its technological integration, all while maintaining its commitment to sustainability.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2024

Both domestic and international sales of 2nd Street stores showed robust growth, particularly in luxury secondhand merchandise, amid rising consumer inflation and expansion of the resale market. On Xiaohongshu, the hashtag #JapanVintage has garnered more than 8.5 million impressions.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2024

As a consumer, I wanted something that spoke to me pieces that felt timeless and enduring, yet were modern and easy to wear. Up until now, our [direct-to-consumer] DTC [offering] has been exclusively digital, so it felt like the right moment to meet customers in person and engage with them directly. And was this intentional?

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