Tue.May 21, 2024

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Target Is Slashing Prices on 5,000+ Items To Combat Inflation

Retail Wire

Target has initiated a sweeping price reduction campaign, aiming to alleviate the burden of inflation on consumers while luring back wary shoppers.

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Top Bunnings management depart in ‘reshaping’

Inside Retail

Four executives in Bunnings’ management team have departed the hardware chain in a move that was described as a “reshaping” rather than a restructure. Chief commercial officer Ben McIntosh, chief transformation officer Leah Balter, and GM of corporate affairs Maria McCarthy have exited the company. Jen Tucker, the director of merchandise, also decided to leave following a family bereavement.

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BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, and Volkswagen Used Banned Chinese Parts

Retail Wire

BMW, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), and Volkswagen (VW) have been found to have utilized components from a banned Chinese firm, implicating potential ties to forced labor practices.

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Consumers Use Commerce to Show They’re Global Citizens; Here’s How Brands are Responding

Retail TouchPoints

“Global citizenship” refers to the social, political and economic actions of “globally minded individuals and communities,” according to the United Nations. While that definition doesn’t sound like it has much to do with commerce, millennial and Gen Z consumers are increasingly using their wallets to make an impact. In response, emerging brands and designers seeking to embrace consumers’ heightened desire to be global citizens are not only prioritizing sustainable practices; they’re also embeddi

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5 Tips for a Winning Category Management Strategy in 2025

Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.

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Pedigree Dog Food Recall Over Pieces of Loose Metal

Retail Wire

The kibble recall affects the brand's 44-pound bags sold at Walmart.

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Uniqlo’s US expansion: Has the parent learned its lessons?

Inside Retail

Fast Retailing, the parent company of Japan apparel retailer Uniqlo , has announced the locations for 11 new stores in the US, on its way to a target of 20 openings in North America this year, which in turn is the first instalment on its plan to reach 200 stores in 2027. The 11 openings so far announced are all in malls. Five of them are ‘A-quality’ malls in the metro areas of Dallas and Houston, Texas, a state in which Uniqlo so far has no physical store presence.

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Aesop revamps storefronts with algae-based window decals

Inside Retail

Australian beauty brand Aesop has transformed 38 of its storefronts in Australia and New Zealand with algae-based window decals. The textured decals, created by bioplastic artist and Other Matter studio founder Jessie French, are designed to be repurposed and reused in a self-sustaining closed-loop system. This provides an environmentally responsible alternative to traditional materials such as PVC.

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IPSY Hires Netflix Alum as Chief Marketing Officer

Retail TouchPoints

Francine Li Beauty curation and membership company IPSY has hired a new Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to support the brand’s growth and innovation. Francine Li will report to CEO Scott Gilbertson, leading all marketing and communications to not only effectively engage current community members but also reach new customers. As someone who is deeply passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, Li also will work with IPSY leadership to advance these company-wide efforts. “Francine is a

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How Viktoria & Woods proves quality never goes out of style

Inside Retail

In Australian fashion, few names are synonymous with timeless elegance and versatility like Viktoria & Woods. The brand’s reputation for designing quality garments for modern and empowered women seeking style and functionality has driven its success for the past two decades. This year is shaping up to be one of many milestones for the brand, as it marks its 20th anniversary and solo show debut at Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in May.

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Unlocking Retail Growth: The Power of Network Analytics for Strategic Insights

Retail TouchPoints

The retail landscape is transforming, driven by rapid technological advancements and changing consumer behaviors. In this dynamic environment, making informed, data-driven decisions has become a cornerstone of competitive advantage and operational success. Against this backdrop, network analytics emerges as a pivotal tool for retailers. By analyzing data derived from network traffic, retailers can unlock profound insights into customer behavior, store performance and inventory efficiency.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Little Birdie suspends operations, promises AI in the future

Inside Retail

Melbourne e-commerce startup Little Birdie has announced it is pausing operations for the foreseeable future. In a note to customers, the company said it will be working on an AI shopping tool in the meantime. According to Startup Daily, this email was sent to Little Birdie customers on Friday evening. It has also been posted on the company’s website, informing users that its website, app, and extension experiences are being switched off for an undisclosed period of time.

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Hanna Andersson Taps FTD Exec for Chief Technology Role

Retail TouchPoints

Hanna Andersson has named Mike Frazzini, most recently Technology Chief of Staff at FTD , as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Frazzini, who will report to CEO Aimée Lapic, brings 25 years’ experience in delivering effective software products, systems integrations and solutions for ecommerce, business intelligence, ERP, finance and operations.

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“Pick up the rocks”: CEO on how donating $13 million of profits is good business

Inside Retail

Australian direct-to-consumer brand Who Gives A Crap disrupted the way consumers bought toilet paper almost a decade ago; now its CEO is challenging businesses across the supply chain to “give a crap”. Simon Griffiths is the CEO and one of three co-founders of Who Gives A Crap and is encouraging other businesses to question how sustainable their operations really are.

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RILA Debuts Greenhouse Gas Measurements Database for Consumer Products

Retail TouchPoints

The Retail Industry Leaders Association has partnered with Optera to launch the Direct-Use Product Emissions Database (DPED) , to provide retailers and their suppliers with an aligned database for quantifying greenhouse gases emitted during use by appliances, electronics and power equipment. The DPED’s goal is to foster uniform metrics for comprehending and managing scope 3, category 11 direct-use emissions across the industry.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Burger King Introduces Cheesy Menu Additions

Retail Wire

Burger King's latest menu expansion is sure to catch the attention of cheese aficionados everywhere.

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How Viktoria & Woods proves quality never goes out of style

Inside Retail

In Australian fashion, few names are synonymous with timeless elegance and versatility like Viktoria & Woods. The brand’s reputation for designing quality garments for modern and empowered women seeking style and functionality has driven its success for the past two decades. This year is shaping up to be one of many milestones for the brand, as it marks its 20th anniversary and solo show debut at Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in May.

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Cheez-It Cheez-In Diner Pops Up in Woodstock for One Week

Retail Wire

This summer, Cheez-It fans have a new reason to hit the road to the Catskills in New York.

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McDonald’s plans expansive global licensing program in deal with IMG

Inside Retail

McDonald’s has signed a multi-year deal with IMG to develop a wide range of licensed products and experiences globally. As part of the deal, IMG will be McDonald’s exclusive global licensing representative and will develop an “authentic and culture-forward” licensing program based on the brand’s legacy, global scale, and visual identity.

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SEO vs. PPC: Which Strategy Is Best for Your Business?

When it comes to driving traffic and growing your online presence, businesses often ask: SEO or PPC—what’s the better choice? This guide breaks down the key differences between search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, highlighting their pros, cons, and best use cases. Whether you’re looking for long-term organic growth or immediate visibility through paid ads, we’ll help you determine which strategy—or combination of both—is right for your business.

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Vox Reveals Subscription Program as News Publishers Rally To Broaden Revenue Sources

Retail Wire

As Vox approaches its 10th anniversary, the company is implementing a big shift in its business model.

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Webjet could spin off consumer business after record sales

Inside Retail

Digital travel company Webjet is considering spinning off its consumer and business-facing divisions after posting record earnings for FY24. The company said it is exploring the separation of Webjet B2C business and B2B travel distribution business WebBeds into two ASX-listed entities. Webjet B2C includes ANZ-focused digital travel business Webjet OTA, motorhome and car rental e-commerce site GoSee, and travel technology company Trip Ninja.

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Passenger Killed on Singapore Airlines Flight Due to Flight Turbulence

Retail Wire

There were 211 passengers and 18 crew members on board.

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Rutherford Mall sold for $50 million

Inside Retail

Charter Hall Retail has sold Rutherford Marketplace, a ‘non-core asset’, for $49.75 million. The sale value represents a small premium over the centre’s book value as at last December. Charter Hall will use the proceeds from the sale to reduce debt within the RP1 retail partnership, of which the company has owned half since the partnership’s inception in 2011, alongside TelstraSuper.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Mango increases UK presence with a store in Angel Central

Retail Focus

CBRE Investment Management has announced Mango , one of Europe’s leading fashion brands, has opened at Angel Central , the retail and leisure destination located in the heart of Islington, as the brand continues to roll out its ambitious expansion plans. The leading retailer has opened a 3,200 sq ft unit on Angel Central’s ground floor, exclusively stocking Mango’s womenswear lines.

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Why LSKD’s chief retail officer schedules ‘possibility’ time to get work done 

Inside Retail

Alex Shaughnessy is Australian athleisure brand LSKD’s chief retail officer and the former director of retail for Lululemon ANZ and head of retail at global eyewear retailer Bailey Nelson. Here Shaughnessy shares how she maintains a work-life balance leading LSKD’s retail team during a growth phase of retail store rollouts. My mornings look like… I wake up, take a walk and grab a coffee – fresh air (and caffeine) first.

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Neuralink Gets FDA Approval for Second Brain Implant Patient

Retail Wire

Neuralink has been approved to implant a chip into a second patient.

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Wendy’s sold to global restaurant management firm Flynn

Inside Retail

The New Zealand business of burger restaurant chain Wendy’s has been sold to US franchise operator Flynn Group, marking the company’s first change in ownership in more than three decades. The Lendich family, which has operated the franchise since 1988, put it up for sale in June 2022. The franchise includes 22 restaurants with 12 stores in Auckland, eight in other parts of the North Island, and two on the South Island.

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Create SEO-Friendly Content to Boost Traffic & Engagement

Creating SEO-friendly content is key to improving your website’s visibility and attracting more visitors. This guide walks you through best practices for writing optimized content, including keyword placement, proper formatting, and engaging writing techniques. Whether you’re crafting blog posts, landing pages, or product descriptions, these proven SEO strategies will help your content rank higher and keep readers engaged.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Is a Top Performer Partially Due To Millennials and Gen Z

Retail Wire

Norwegian Cruise Line saw a Q1 2024 boom and increased sales.

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Why money-can’t-buy experiences are key to Mytheresa’s success

Inside Retail

Last week, luxury e-commerce platform Mytheresa posted strong third-quarter growth at a time when many luxury retailers, both online and brick-and-mortar, are struggling to maintain stability let alone grow. Mytheresa reported €233 million ($380 million) in net sales in the quarter ending March 31, a 17.6 per cent gain from the €198.9 million ($323 million) the year before.

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Scarlett Johansson Reveals That OpenAI Reached Out to Her To Use Her Voice

Retail Wire

OpenAI announced it is discontinuing one of ChatGPT's voices after users highlighted its resemblance to Scarlett Johansson.

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Queensland’s Market Central Lutwyche shopping centre for sale

Inside Retail

Northern Brisbane’s Market Central Lutwyche, home to Aldi, Coles, and Woolworths supermarkets , is up for sale. Its owner has tapped Stonebridge’s Carl Molony, Philip Gartland, and Justin Dowers, along with JLL’s Nick Willis and Sam Hatcher, to sell the property through an expressions-of-interest campaign. Aside from the three major supermarkets that generate over $121 million in sales, Market Central Lutwyche also has leasing agreements with two mini-majors, 29 specialties, 10

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.