Inside Retail

MARCH 11, 2025

The digitalisation of media has seen advertising budgets diverted towards social media campaigns and search engine marketing in Australia, 70 per cent of digital advertising spend goes to Meta and Google. For many retailers, these platforms have grown to consume the whole marketing funnel and their templated options have become the default.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Global womenswear and lifestyle brand Club L London announces the appointment of Dan Lorenson as its new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Dan has been a key figure in the brands evolution since 2018, initially collaborating as the Founder of boutique marketing agency Flying People.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 10, 2025

Southeast Asia as key market We see Malaysia as a prime opportunity, given its status as one of Southeast Asia’s largest and most developed economies,” Mohammad A Baker, CEO of GMG, told Inside Retail. To manage regulatory hurdles, GMG has established a regional headquarters in Kuala Lumpur and an operational office in Singapore.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Earlier this year, the company quietly removed Monki’s larger sizes “due to low demand” and to cut costs, a move not well received by consumers. “The logic is what it is, but the decision is difficult to swallow for consumers,” said the news outlet. Weekday has 47 stores in 14 markets and 29 regional online stores.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 3, 2025

With a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact and directing a substantial profit share to the Yalari Foundation, Yarnn is transforming how consumers think about everyday essentials. The last thing I was ever going to do was put a product or do something in the market that didnt feel genuine to our culture, he added.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Numerous conferences and sessions held over the first two days provided a comprehensive overview of market trends, featuring many exclusive international speakers. Retail investment has been especially driven by the strong performance of the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish markets, alongside robust results in the UK.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The acquisition is expected to increase Thule’s market share in Asia Pacific from 5 per cent to 10 per cent as it gains access to a customer base of motorcycle enthusiasts. ” Currently, Quad Lock sells in about 100 countries, with about 75 per cent of the sales being through e-commerce, direct to consumers. .”

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 6, 2025

And some seven years on, much to the dismay of retailers, it is now starting to shake the tree and become a real force in the market , as Australian shoppers increasingly turn to alternatives to manage the cost-of-living crisis. Amazon announced it posted over $3.1 billion in 2022. million subscribers in Australia.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market has cracked down on the sale of inauthentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander souvenir products, ahead of new laws which come into force next year. That signalled the way for the introduction of new laws to protect consumers and the Indigenous.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 24, 2024

As the Black Friday 2024 shopping frenzy approaches, Australian retailers are gearing up for their biggest challenge yet – managing skyrocketing demand while staying efficient. Why automation is non-negotiable Australian consumers expect fast deliveries, error-free orders, and seamless shopping journeys. The key to thriving?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 22, 2025

Inside Retail spoke to industry experts Brian Walker, founder and executive chair of Retail Doctor Group, Mal Chia, managing director and co-founder of Ecom Nation, and Dr Jessica Pallant, marketing lecturer at RMIT University, for their take on the situation. Catch started by offering once-a-day deals in limited quantities.

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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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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Retail Focus caught up with experts in the flooring market to find out more about their latest solutions and the long-term benefits they offer to retailers large and small. They add that while eco-conscious choices resonate with today’s consumers, there is more to it than recycled content alone.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Our company started with a dream and I think we would say that we’re still a dreaming and innovation company at heart,” Rebecca Cai, general manager for APAC at On, told Inside Retail. “I It is really how we resonate and speak with local consumers in the market,” she elaborated.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Wirth’s leadership has focused on in-store enhancements, customer loyalty, and curated brand partnerships, helping Myer adapt to and anticipate market shifts,” she added. Yet, their adaptability, continued consumer focus, and strategic acquisitions have positioned them as a resilient force in Australian fashion retail today.

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Inside Retail

MAY 12, 2024

Understanding consumer behaviour is critical to creating a relevant retail offer and marketing message, but what happens when consumers behave in contradictory ways? Many retailers will recognise the reality that despite consumers saying they care about sustainability , their spending tells a different story.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 23, 2025

We are working with Seven & I together around a marketing package of what a divestment would look like in the US.” The founding Ito family of Seven & I Holdings failed to secure financing for a US$58 billion management buyout in February, sending its shares plunging 11.7 per cent, to US$20.9 billion, from a year ago.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 5, 2025

In a press release, Jean-Marc Bellaiche, Printemps Groupes chief executive officer, stated, “We think we can bring something unique, both to its engaged local consumer base and the strong tourist flows the city welcomes We plan to pioneer a new format of experiential retail in this fast-changing and demanding market.”

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 2, 2025

With brands having to work harder than ever to maintain attention, loyalty and consumer spend, powering authenticity with imagination – have driven impressive commercial results through dynamic retail design. So, what can we expect in 2025 and how can Checkland Kindleysides help retailers?

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 23, 2024

. “The outlook for the consumer remains uncertain, given ongoing cost of living pressure on household budgets,” said Heraghty. ” The post Super Retail Group’s sales rise in first 16 weeks appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. .

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 7, 2025

Inside Retail Australia ‘s managing editor Heather McIlvaine and features and premium editor Tamera Francis, and Inside Retail Asia ‘s features and premium editor Tong Van will also serve as judges in the event. “The quality of entries this year was phenomenal.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Jamie Hoey, country manager, Australia, with Wunderkind, says the importance of first-party data cannot be overstated. “If Wunderkind’s Autonomous Marketing Platform integrates seamlessly into a brand’s existing email service provider to boost performance across email, text and advertising channels.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The FMCG subscription box market in Australia has shown strong growth over the past few years, driven by increasing consumer demand for convenience and personalisation, the continued rise of e-commerce, and sustainable practices. FMCG subscription box offers encompass a variety of sectors. What’s behind the growth?

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

With consumer sentiment and discretionary spend down, many retailers are already facing reduced profit margins and a higher cost of doing business, making hefty discounting for prolonged periods a particularly costly exercise. LSKD’s approach has also garnered the attention of consumers and its community. “We

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Inside Retail

MARCH 31, 2025

As consumer expectations continue to evolve, fulfilment has emerged as a competitive differentiator in the retail industry. Meeting consumer demand for speed, reliability, and transparency has transcended logistics and become a strategic imperative that drives customer loyalty, acquisition, and profitability.

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Inside Retail

MAY 2, 2024

Australia’s leading supermarkets, Coles and Woolworths, delivered their third-quarter results to shareholders this week along with new consumer insights. Both retailers reported that the current economic environment has challenged consumers’ discretionary spending and that households have evolved their buying habits to seek out value.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 14, 2025

The company said in a stock-exchange filing that it considers Australia a highly profitable market and plans to continue its focus on driving growth both organically and through new restaurant openings under its partnership with Yum! Collins Foods has successfully operated KFC restaurants for over 50 years, said Xavier Simonet, MD and CEO.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Divisions that were previously run separately, including Woolworths Supermarkets, Metro Greenstock and Woolworths Food Company Retail, have been united under a new banner, Woolworths Retail, led by managing director Annette Karantoni.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Right now, we’re dealing with financial strain, ongoing changes in consumer habits, and increased online competition.” Today, a physical presence is a brand’s most manageable, tangible, and measurable marketing tool,” Gray reaffirmed. For Walker, this is where Mosaic Group’s brands have gone wrong.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

You don’t have to be a marketing expert to know that Taylor Swift is a bulletproof brand that consistently improves, regardless of the challenges she faces or the challenges she sets for herself. She can instruct marketers on leading by example and practicing what they advocate for.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 1, 2025

The Canadian convenience chain Dollaramas recent acquisition bid for The Reject Shop highlights a growing trend of international retailers assessing Australias discount market. These developments reflect the demand for budget-friendly options in the Australian retail market, which is also home to domestic competitors such as Kmart.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 2, 2025

Rising operational costs, increased global competition, and shifting consumer behaviours are among the contributing factors. Ultra-fast fashion brands like Shein and Temu have leveraged advanced analytics and agile supply chains to dominate the market. Supports sustainability by reducing freight and consumables.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 20, 2024

The evolution of once seemingly functional items, such as luggage, shoes and the humble water bottle, into status symbols, has led particular brands to develop cult followings and created opportunities for new products and services that cater to these consumer obsessions. The #airportoutfit has amassed over 690.3 I know what I want.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Recent research has revealed that luxury Australia retailers aren’t doing enough to capture the attention of, and drive consumer spending by, migrants of Asian background and heritage. In order to do so effectively, she stressed the importance of understanding the various factors and intricacies that inform their consumer behaviour.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Under IMG’s leadership since 2005, AFW has elevated resort collections, showcased Indigenous designers and initiated a consumer-integrated model. The emergence of consumer-facing fashion events including PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival and Melbourne Fashion Week has led some to question the relevance of a closed industry-only event.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

As supply chains grow more complex and consumer expectations shift, maintaining the right inventory balance is becoming increasingly difficult and the cost of getting it wrong is high. We use it across multiple regions, like greater China, and emerging markets in Latin America. This year, the challenge remains just as pressing.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Underlying impacts The partnership between Reliance Retail and Shein represents a significant shift in India’s fashion landscape, with several key implications for both businesses and consumers. According to Westphal, India’s fast fashion market features a diverse mix of international and local brands.

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