Inside Retail

MARCH 12, 2025

Puma on Wednesday announced job cuts and warned of uncertain US consumer demand as the German sportswear group’s shares slumped 23 per cent in the wake of disappointing quarterly and annual forecasts issued a day earlier. The post Puma plans job cuts as US demand weakens, outlook dims appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 10, 2025

The country has a well-established retail ecosystem with high-traffic shopping malls, premium retail spaces and a digitally engaged consumer base. Despite its rapid expansion, GMG remains focused on a localised approach, tailoring its retail strategies to consumer behaviours in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 24, 2025

Retailers should start planning now to cater for the unique characteristics and behaviours of Gen Alpha who are likely to expect seamless, instant, and intuitive online shopping experiences, leveraging voice assistants, AI and other smart technologies, he added. Enter the next shopping trend that bridges sustainability and saving: Recommerce.

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Inside Retail

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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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 2, 2025

Last week, consumer-activist group The Peoples Union USA called for a 24-hour buying blackout of all non-essential goods on February 28, particularly from big-box retailers like Walmart , Target and Amazon. This is not the first time consumers have used boycotts as a means of protest in the US.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

2025 marks a year of accelerated growth, with a strong focus on premiumisation, direct-to-consumer expansion, and a broader lifestyle offering beyond denim. While we are well-known for being a mens denim bottoms business, as we focus on winning with women consumers, we can extend that authority into categories such as womens apparel and tops.

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Inside Retail

JULY 26, 2024

Supermarket chain Aldi has dropped its plan to expand into online shopping believing it might affect its ability to continue providing low-cost products for customers. Lack stressed that the company prioritises value over convenience as price plays a great importance to consumers.

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Inside Retail

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. IR : What strategic adaptations, if any, will the brand make to cater to Asian consumers’ tastes and preferences? HP: We’re approaching each new restaurant with a fresh perspective.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

True, some stores offered lay-by plans that would let you pay for goods in instalments. BNPL credit allows consumers to split their purchases into smaller, interest-free instalments. Our recent research uncovered a concerning insight: consumers who use BNPL services end up spending more money online than those who dont.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 3, 2024

The autumn and winter ranges available to Perth consumers will include, but not be limited to Shein’s Curve, Icon, Clasi, Vcay and Prive collections. The post Shein plans its first Perth pop up later this month appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 18, 2024

DigiDirect sells a broad range of consumer goods, and expanding into new retail verticals where we can leverage that experience is something I’ve wanted to do,” he said. Booktopia is an iconic consumer brand and is also an imperative part of the Australian book industry – it’s Australia’s Home of Books.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

After closing its first direct-to-consumer (DTC) store in Australia in the Sydney suburb of Woollahra, the brand initially planned to open a boutique in Bondi Beach. Coming to the consumer Ecoya has a strong online business partially attributed to its loyal following.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Inside Retail: Can you elaborate on Mattel’s plans to expand its retail presence in Asia Pacific? It is vital we give consumers the absolute best experience possible whether it is online or at retail, and we will continue to learn how best to deploy DTC across the region accordingly.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 1, 2024

Cafes, restaurants, and takeaways grew 2.3 per cent to $5.48 billion, while clothing, footwear and accessories increased 1.7 per cent to $3.02 billion, and department stores climbed 0.4 per cent to $1.91 ” The post Strong boost in Australian retail sales in October, says ABS data appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 17, 2024

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has blocked a Bakers Delight plan to install a new product price tiering system for a range of promotional products in its new point-of-sale system. The post Bakers Delight’s promo product pricing plan hits ACCC roadblock appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

It will help offset the electricity consumed by Amazons local operations while benefitting other energy users, including local businesses, community services and households. IR : Could you share how Amazon plans to integrate renewable energy into your retail supply chain, especially as you expand in Australia?

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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. Retail Detail reports that H&M has long been planning to merge Monki with Weekday, as both brands appeal to young people but apparently can no longer make it on their own.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 10, 2023

They were of little or no value because – the class action argues – customers already had the same rights for free under the Australian Consumer Law. A 2023 survey found 32 per cent of consumers had bought them at one time or another, often after being convinced by sales techniques. “Our

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Aussie discount retailer Silly Solly is on a growth trajectory, with plans to expand as a franchise, after shifting from a licensing model. The post Silly Solly’s plans 10 more stores as it moves to franchise model appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. We have built a trusted reputation amongst our customers, Stanton said. “It

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This is a necessity for both new and old-generation retailers to succeed as more consumers move online to fill their shopping baskets. This foregrounds the pressure faced by traditional retailers to invest in technology to remain competitive and meet consumer expectations, or risk extinction. The UK is predicted to have 62.1

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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 Earlier this month, the FMCG giant announced the sale of its Russian unit to Arnest Group, a local manufacturer of cosmetics, perfumes, and household items.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Coles reportedly plans to cut its range by at least 10 per cent to boost sales and achieve higher profit. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is also investigating how much power these companies have in setting prices and how they use that power in dealing with suppliers.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Myer’s acquisition of Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands appears to be the next step in Olivia Wirth’s plan for the department store’s loyalty program, Myer One. 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

MARCH 11, 2025

For many retailers, these platforms have grown to consume the whole marketing funnel and their templated options have become the default. Effective local area marketing consists of directional and localised messaging that will push consumers into your online or offline store but this requires deep understanding of community.

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2024

The intent is good, but consumers shouldn’t have to bear full responsibility for plastic pollution. We know consumer demand is only one part of the picture. The cabbage dilemma Research shows consumers generally want to do the right thing by the environment but find it challenging. Maybe there’s another way.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

True, some stores offered lay-by plans that would let you pay for goods in instalments. BNPL credit allows consumers to split their purchases into smaller, interest-free instalments. Our recent research uncovered a concerning insight: consumers who use BNPL services end up spending more money online than those who dont.

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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. Providing consumers with more paths to purchase the brand has helped drive Salomon’s viral success in recent years.

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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

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

For the past few years, consumers have been more than willing to dip into their bursting savings accounts – thanks in large part to the pandemic – to spend on Black Friday. Because of the psychology of sales and the immediacy of it, there’s that fear of missing out, and many consumers are exposing themselves to making impulse purchases.”

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 23, 2024

” For the fiscal year, the group plans to open 10 Supercheap Auto, four Rebel, five BCF, and six Macpac stores. “The outlook for the consumer remains uncertain, given ongoing cost of living pressure on household budgets,” said Heraghty. Nine of the stores have been opened during the fiscal first half.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 23, 2025

Couche-Tard added it plans to fund the transaction with a combination of debt and equity, stressing that it has the operational and financial flexibility to continue to invest in both the Seven & I and Couche-Tard businesses. The Canadian companys latest quarterly revenue rose 6.5 per cent, to US$20.9 billion, from a year ago.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Here, he shares the new tech that has caught his eye, and how changing consumer behaviour is affecting the business. IR : We’ve seen consumer behaviour change a lot recently, between the pandemic and the current cost-of-living crisis. BB: It’s hard to be predictive about what consumers are going to do.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 4, 2024

Today’s consumers are craving a truly unique shopping experience. We are only at the beginning, and as brands begin to scale their AI utilisation, its full spectrum of benefits for consumers and retailers alike will be uncovered. The post Generative AI is supercharging retail, what does this mean for consumers?

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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 5, 2025

“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. . Earlier, the company revealed plans to open another 50 stores in the US by the end of this year. per cent to $2.9

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