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MAPIC 2024: Highlights of the 2024 Edition

Retail Focus

BPCE Solutions Immobilires noted that the retail investment market is undergoing a profound transformation in 2024-2025, characterised by renewed momentum and radically different strategic approaches. There is now a clear distinction between the retail of 2019 and that of 2025.

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Student influx driving surge in demand for Melbourne strip retail space

Inside Retail

A large number of these groups held off their expansion plans for several years and this has caused a backlog that has now entered the market in full force.” The post Student influx driving surge in demand for Melbourne strip retail space appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Key considerations for flooring options in retail spaces

Retail Focus

In the fluctuating world of retail and the exponential rise of e-commerce, accelerated by lockdown restrictions during the pandemic, the future of bricks and mortar retail spaces has come into question. Wood flooring can offer a variety of looks and feel homely and inviting, so is a good option in a retail space.

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Why Filipino mall giant SM Prime remains committed to regional expansion

Inside Retail

SM Retail is particularly optimistic about future growth in food retail since it believes that currently less than a third of food spending in the country is carried out in modern retail formats like supermarkets. The wet market still reigns supreme for the time being.

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Clarins ANZ MD Jerome Bellony on the beauty brand’s new concept store in Sydney

Inside Retail

This expansion strengthens our bond with customers, showcasing not only our innovation and expertise in plant-based beauty but also our unwavering commitment to offering meaningful, deeply personal experiences. JB: At this stage, the boutique in Australia represents our first step into the DTC retail space for the ANZ region.

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Lululemon CEO on doubling the business and targeting 1000 stores

Inside Retail

Canadian activewear brand Lululemon Athletica aims to double its business through category, retail and market expansion and product innovation. CEO Calvin McDonald recently discussed the strategy with CNBC s Sara Eisen at the National Retail Federation conference in New York. What does Lulu look like in 10 years?

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Luxury cosmetics retailer Space NK set to debut in Liverpool ONE

Retail Focus

Scheduled to open its doors in June, Space NK Liverpool ONE promises to feature a curated collection of over one hundred of the most sought-after, innovative and cutting-edge beauty brands. The 1,850 sq ft store marks the brand’s continuing expansion, following the success of its 73 stores across the UK and Ireland.