Retail Focus

JULY 6, 2023

In this blog, we’ll explore the five new retail trends that are shaping the personalisation gift market in 2023. From the rise of WonderDays experiences to the growth of gift vouchers, we’ll delve into unique and innovative ideas that will make your gift stand out.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 30, 2024

“When Lisa shares her affection for Labubu on social media, it resonates emotionally with her followers,” Pop Mart’s international public relations manager Leilei Liu told Inside Retail about why the singer’s posts have such a big impact on consumer behaviour. Emerging markets Global expansion is now a major growth driver for the business.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The shift towards thrifting (a more circular economy) seems like a win-win – good for consumers, brands, and the planet. But at the end of the day, whether you’re buying second-hand or brand-new, you’re still buying and consuming. As an occasional buyer and seller of second-hand fashion, I’ve been watching the trend with interest.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Will the rising cost of living cramp consumer spending in the most important quarter of the retail calendar? . Every day of trade from Black Friday to Christmas is important, so this year we have segmented our promotional calendar into days, not weeks, during peak. Over $1000, with over $400 of that going to holiday gifts specifically.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 18, 2024

In an Australian retail environment defined by heightened competition and consumers tightening their wallets, acquiring new customers – and keeping them – is proving a critical challenge for many retailers. To draw foot traffic to the opening day of its Brisbane store, July promoted a competition via social media and local advertising.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

billion in 2020 (Mordor Intelligence, 2021), Australians are major consumers of health and beauty products worldwide. Progressive retailers should be leveraging this white space to provide replacement experiences that give consumers an equal sense of belonging and connectedness to the brand, and to their family and friends, from home.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 9, 2021

“Aside from payments, we know merchants are also looking for simpler ways to integrate gifting, loyalty and direct marketing platforms to engage customers while maintaining direct relationships.”. Covid increased the pace of consumer behaviour change. The big benefit of investment in payments technology for consumers is convenience.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In saying that, people are actually beginning to feel better about the economy and their own personal finances, Levine said, with consumer confidence topping 80 for the first time in several months, and Roy Morgan’s data showing people are largely comfortable with their personal finances and expecting to be even better off next year. “I

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

New research from Shopify which gathered responses from over 4000 consumers and 500 businesses across Australia and New Zealand revealed that value for money is a top desire among shoppers at the moment, along with a growing interest in sustainability. .

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 27, 2025

Travellers thronged railway stations and airports on Friday, clutching large suitcases and gifts such as boxes of fruit as they joined millions of Chinese returning to their hometowns to celebrate the Lunar New Year festival with family.

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Talking Retail

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Boxed chocolate brand Celebrations has launched a new TV advert in the build-up to Christmas 2021, encouraging consumers to buy the product as a gift to share all year round. The campaign encourages party-goes, gift-givers and “celebrators of all ages” to “Bring the Whoop Whoop” and celebrate whatever the time of year.

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Retail Bound

DECEMBER 2, 2024

With a slew of high-impact shopping events driving consumer spending, this is your prime opportunity to maximize revenue, build brand awareness, and move products off shelves quicker than at any other time of the year. Many purchases are carefully planned as consumers actively track deals several weeks in advance.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Its a time of heightened consumer spending, aggressive promotions, and operational intensity. Sales trends This time of year provides a unique lens into consumer behaviour. Was it a specific promotion, product, or referral? The holiday sale season is a whirlwind for retailers.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

Even before thinking about the specifics, the timing of these sales appears challenging for both retailers and consumers, not to mention supply chains. Noticing these challenges, we teamed up with Associate Professor John Hopkins to explore how BFCM might be impacting Christmas, from supply chain to consumer behaviour.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Aptos , a leader in unified commerce solutions, today announced the findings of its 2023 Golden Quarter Consumer Survey. The report found that the majority of Gen Z shoppers plan to spend more or the same on Christmas gifts compared to last year and that visiting stores during the festive period is a top priority.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

The country’s growing economy and expanding middle class have created a favourable environment for global brands to set up shop and tap into a new consumer base. billion Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) shipments by 2030. In recent years, India has emerged as a major market for luxury brands.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Product displays are transformed with a festive twist, featuring Christmas-themed versions that not only promote offers but also connect products to the joyful and gift-giving spirit of the season. They go beyond promoting products; they create lasting memories and emotional resonances.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

” On the day, single people treat themselves with gifts and presents, while also organizing social gatherings and parties. How much do consumers spend? While Alibaba started “Double 11” in 2009 to win over online shoppers with discounts and promotions, China’s major e-commerce platforms now all take part in it.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2023

Consumers believe that sellers, distributors, and e-commerce stores share responsibility for ensuring product authenticity, with a desire for more ways to verify authenticity and reliable customer service. Discounts, promotions, and sales are the top priority for e-commerce shoppers, followed closely by a desire for value-for-money products.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Luxury pop-up stores become essential brand levers amid the bustling atmosphere, presenting a distinct and enchanting shopping experience for consumers. Limited-edition releases and special bundles generate excitement, attracting discerning customers on the lookout for distinctive and opulent gifts.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Similarly, a birthday or anniversary flow can be set up – with or without a price drop promotion – targeting gift-givers or customers who want to treat themselves on their special day. The promotion boosted Arizona’s off-season revenue by 201 per cent. “In

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The cost-of-living crisis is changing how consumers purchase and use gift cards, with almost half (47%) of British consumers taking advantage of gift card promotions such as bonus card value or discounts to combat inflation, according to The UK Prepaid Consumer Insights Survey released today by Fiserv, Inc.,

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Last year, UK shoppers were tipped to have spent almost £1.63million on Super Saturday, as they topped up on last minute gifts and headed in-store to avoid Royal Mail strike disruption impacting online deliveries in the final shopping days before Christmas.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

The cost-of-living crisis is changing how consumers purchase and use gift cards, with almost half (47%) of British consumers taking advantage of gift card promotions such as bonus card value or discounts to combat inflation, according to The UK Prepaid Consumer Insights Survey released today by Fiserv, Inc.,

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 16, 2021

As the quality of living and workers’ wages reached new heights, Western brands spotted a golden opportunity and raced to set up shop in the East to reach China’s 1 billion consumers (and counting). Founded in 2012, lingerie label Neiwai (meaning ‘inside and outside’) is another direct-to-consumer label that began online.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2021

He said, however, that there is strong support from many consumers for a Dan Murphy’s store in the NT, but he wouldn’t confirm whether it’s something Woolworths would consider in the near future. “We According to Bowden, now more than ever, consumers expect brands to deliver upon moral, social and ethical goals. “At per cent. .

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Inside Retail

JULY 25, 2021

While there’s no denying that streaming giants Netflix, Amazon Prime and Spotify continue to hold a firm grip on these markets, HMV is hopeful that consumers still have a space in their hearts, and wallets, for the humble music store. “As HMV is also pushing store-based promotions and giveaways to drive customers back through the doors.

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Inside Retail

MAY 27, 2021

Clothing and accessories retailer Michael Kors has promoted Robin Gendron, its retail and e-commerce vice president of the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets, to president. Michael Kors appoints new president for EMEA region.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Categories on the rise at newsagents include gifts, homewares, toys, games, puzzles, stationery and office essentials, while some businesses are also adding other service offerings such as coffee, flowers, books and dry cleaning. Newsagents also play a pivotal role in the accessibility of print publications such as newspapers and magazines.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Consumers are still feeling enormous financial pressures, and many are heading into this period with little optimism towards their finances. Such economic strain is leading to behavioural changes in the way consumers are shopping and planning their festive budgets. But this shouldn’t just be a retail race to the bottom.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 3, 2022

There are new platforms to join, memes to know, and trends to participate in, not to mention major retail events, such as Black Friday, Mother’s Day and other recurring holidays to promote. Simple message, an unthinkable new product, makes consumers stop and think and hopefully have a chuckle – something we all need at the moment.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Like any market, there are both positive and negative aspects to consider regarding consumer experiences. In this article, I explore the effects of Christmas markets on consumer behavior, researching into the positive and negative dimensions. Handcrafted Gifts: Handcrafted gifts and ornaments are a staple in European Christmas markets.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

According to ARA boss Paul Zahra, much of this spending is set to be bargain-driven, as consumers seek savings where possible. However, many consumers are searching for value as well as price in their gift-giving, and want to buy products in line with their values. per cent on the previous year.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Retailers are enduring dynamic and challenging times as supply-chain disruption continues and consumer behaviour changes, both brought on by living in the Covid era. Consumers increasingly want a seamless and consistent shopping experience across a growing number of offline and online touchpoints. Offer gift cards.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When consumers search for holiday content online and in stores, they are still more likely than not to encounter Christmas-themed movies, home decor and gifting items. A separate report from Statista confirmed that in 2022, US consumers spent an average of $920 on Christmas gifts alone. billion and $966.6

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Inside Retail

APRIL 7, 2024

For example, its Magnum Eco collection incorporates recycled materials, such as post-consumer waste plastics, to create durable and high-quality luggage that significantly reduces its environmental footprint. He said the brand is committed to promoting circularity throughout the product life cycle.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 16, 2024

This time, we have selected five great opportunities during the first half of the year with insider tips on how brands can build communications and promotions around them to enhance customer engagement and drive conversions. Many consumers eagerly await April 1 every year to see what brands – and media – are going to “announce”.

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