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NOVEMBER 17, 2024

This expansion marks the beginning of a significant 10-year investment plan, with the US fast-food chain committing US$75 million to the venture. Inside Retail spoke with Hugh Park, head of Asia Pacific operations at Chick-fil-A, about the brand’s vision for the Asian market.

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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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FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Streetwear brand Ksubi is making a splash in the Australian retail market, with new stores in Sydney and Melbourne, and a high-profile creative director in Pip Edwards. Inside Retail : Ksubi was founded in Australia in 1999, but until recently, it mostly operated in the US market. You can download the full report here.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2025

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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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. He attributes this new positioning to driving the huge growth of the brand in the Australian and New Zealand markets.

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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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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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FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Since entering the US 39 years ago, Swedish furniture giant Ikea has come to dominate the furniture and home goods market with its wide array of accessibly priced products, unique store layouts and dedication to providing top-tier customer service. per cent in the past five years. This growth is largely thanks to the companys more than US$2.2

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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

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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OCTOBER 30, 2024

The retail operations are not just confined to malls but also incorporate custom-built high streets and markets. The wet market still reigns supreme for the time being. The post Why Filipino mall giant SM Prime remains committed to regional expansion appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. billion of revenue in 2023.

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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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MARCH 28, 2022

The company also plans to expand operations to New Zealand in the first half of the calendar year, and then move to offshore markets like the UK and US. MyDeal founder and CEO Sean Senvirtne said the supply side of the experiences market is highly fragmented.

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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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NOVEMBER 8, 2022

We have 75 per cent market share of sporting equipment in boxing, so online is a growing area that exploded during Covid-19, as everyone was setting up home gyms,” Norton said. “We The market is holdings its breath. Designworks is expanding because it sees opportunities to bring new, international brands into the market.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 19, 2021

Amazon.com is to open several department stores in its home US market to test the concept as it continues to build out its multichannel business model. Department stores’ share of the overall US market has fallen from 14.5 It is also testing automated, cashier-less convenience stores in several markets.

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JANUARY 6, 2022

Now, using its fresh capital, it plans to expand into a broader online food retail offer, ramping up its marketing activity and further developing its technology platform to expand its geographical footprint. The post My Foodie Box raises $6 million in IPO, plans expansion appeared first on Inside Retail.

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FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Yum China Holdings, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in China, defied economic headwinds, delivering record-breaking revenue and significant expansion last year. Despite a challenging environment and value-minded consumers, our efforts have led to eight consecutive quarters of positive transaction growth, Wat added.

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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. million last year. The investment in Pet Circle is subject to receipt of customary regulatory approvals.

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MAY 23, 2024

Ralph Lauren has reported a lower growth rate for its fourth-quarter revenue, but an analyst said the brand is still doing well amid a wider slowdown in the luxury market. Neil Saunders, MD of GlobalData, said the moderate growth was in line with expectations given the general trend in the luxury market. “In Sales in Asia were up 1.1

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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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OCTOBER 5, 2022

“The pandemic really identified the strong performing brands, whether in our sector or across other categories – brands that couldn’t survive went by the wayside, which is unfortunate, but it enables stronger performing brands to capture more market share,” Antonius told Inside Retail. So, how has Chatime captured its market share?

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AUGUST 28, 2023

During Covid, the retailer lost significant market share when lockdowns and movement restrictions saw many shoppers move online to buy groceries. But this year, amidst surging inflation and the rising cost of living, the retailer has rebuilt its market share as shoppers look to cut costs.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2025

The brands recent drops with Sanrios Hello Kitty and the Mr Men & Little Miss characters, and previously, with Disney, alongside clever category expansion have turned it into a $50 million business. How do you define this category, and what differentiates the brand from both traditional luxury and mid-market competitors?

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FEBRUARY 17, 2025

South Koreas largest multi-brand beauty retailer, Olive Young, is setting its sights on the US market with the establishment of a local subsidiary in Los Angeles. Since opening its first store in South Korea in 1999, Olive Young has expanded to more than 1350 stores across its home market. per cent of its traffic coming directly.

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NOVEMBER 5, 2023

After enjoying massive growth during the Covid-19 pandemic thanks to the panic-buying-induced toilet paper shortage seen in many countries, the business has expanded significantly: focusing on the US market, and launching a new brand, Good Time , which brings its sustainable focus to the personal care industry. But it’s just the beginning.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 19, 2023

With ambitious plans to expand its offerings and scale into new markets, Circular is not just making waves in the tech industry, it’s setting a precedent for what the future of sustainable technology consumption could look like. The story so far “Early testing in various APAC markets has shown a strong demand for tech subscriptions.

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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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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

After expanding in North America, high-end beauty brand Kypris is now turning its attention to the Asian market, starting with its debut in Japan. The Japanese consumer is highly discerning, valuing products that offer not only efficacy but also an experience. billion this year, with a projected annual growth rate of 2.25

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

“Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India brings deep expertise in scaling startups globally with valuable connections across various markets,” he said. “We We believe the guidance and support from Vertex will significantly accelerate our strategic entry into new regional markets.” billion this year.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Founded in 1874 by Scotsman Peter Bulman on the banks of Distillery Creek, the mill once commanded 80 per cent of the Australian blanket market and employed more than 300 people to card, spin, dye, weave and finish a wide range of woollen products.

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JANUARY 31, 2024

Parade was founded by Columbia University dropout Cami Téllez in 2019, with a purpose to disrupt the market and champion inclusivity, body positivity and sustainable manufacturing. Businesses like Brava are championing change through inclusivity and representation for formerly marginalised individuals represented in the market.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

With Rolex’s reputation in luxury watchmaking and Bucherer’s expansive retail presence across several countries, the union promises to strengthen the symbiotic relationship that has grown since 1924. It’s driving customers into a dark secondary market, where they risk buying a lemon, or, worse, a fake,” he stressed.

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DECEMBER 8, 2024

Attractive market Geo Holding, the parent company of secondhand clothing retailer 2nd Street, reported strong sales performance in its latest financial statement. Ogasawara added: Contemporary products tend to be popular across luxury secondhand markets. billion yen (US$5.4 billion) and accounted for 28.2 billion yen (US$5.4

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

When she accidentally dropped two glass reusable cups in a week – and didn’t have a lid that could be used for the cups in her draws – she identified a gap in the market. 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.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Starting with Singapore, British sportswear retailer JD Sports is opening a series of new stores across the city as it seeks to capture a larger share of the dynamic markets of Southeast Asia. We are currently amid a massive re-platform exercise to enhance consumers’ shopping experience.

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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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