Sun.Dec 08, 2024

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The Memo launches Due: A game-changer for expecting and new mothers

Inside Retail

The Memo, Australias premium destination for expecting and existing parents, has created its own product line, Due. Co-founders Phoebe Simmonds and Kate Casey said the name of the private-label brand came from a similar frustration that gave birth to The Memo: That an industry focus on mothers is long overdue. We were playing with the concept of time for Due and in the creative process, we were working around the line: It’s time to put you first, Simmonds told Inside Retail.

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John Lewis and Waitrose open Caffè Nero in-store cafes

Retail Gazette

John Lewis Partnership is expanding its collaboration with Caff Nero by introducing branded cafs to several of its department stores and supermarkets. The first five Caff Nero cafs have been introduced in Waitrose locations in Billericay, Godalming, Keynsham, Locks Heath, and Stroud, with another opening at the John Lewis store in White City, West London.

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Woolworths reaches deal with workers, expects $140 million impact on food sales

Inside Retail

Woolworths has reopened its four distribution centres after reaching a deal with the striking workers but expects about a $140 million negative impact on food sales due to the picketing, which began last November 21. Woolworths said that the United Workers Union (UWU) has endorsed the new individual enterprise agreements comprised of wage increases of a cumulative 11 per cent over three years.

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Charles Tyrwhitt expands to 50 stores with Southampton launch

Retail Gazette

Charles Tyrwhitt has opened its 50th store at Southamptons Westquay shopping centre, marking a significant milestone in the brands expansion. The new store features the menswear retailer ‘s range of formal and smart casualwear, including shirts, suits, polos, knitwear, shoes, and accessories, along with its latest autumn/winter collections. It also offers one-on-one styling appointments, aligning with Tyrwhitts ethos of helping men look good and feel good effortlessly.

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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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Snapchat flags new media law’s unintended impact on social commerce

Inside Retail

Australian retailers with tween and teen consumer demographics could be forced to pivot their marketing strategies when a blanket ban on social media for those under the age of 16 comes into effect on November 28 next year. While the ban aims to reduce the negative impact of social media use on children, the indirect ramifications on brands and retailers could pose a major problem, requiring marketing managers to rethink content strategies across the board.

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Primark boosts global presence with four new stores

Retail Gazette

Primark has unveiled four new stores across the UK, US, France, and Spain in a single day, marking a major milestone in its global growth strategy. The stores, which opened last week, are part of a 37m investment, adding 130,000sq ft of retail space and creating 580 new jobs. The retailer ‘s new store at Glasgow Fort is Primarks 21st in Scotland and 195th in the UK.

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Essential Shop Kiosk Maintenance Tips

CJ Retail Solutions

In the realm of maintaining kiosks, regular cleaning and sanitizing stand as fundamental practices that ensure both functionality and hygiene. Kiosks, often frequented by numerous users throughout the day, can quickly accumulate dirt, grime, and germs. A consistent cleaning schedule not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the kiosk but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding public health.

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Iceland boss: Stop ‘wallowing’ and adapt to the Budget

Retail Gazette

The Labour-supporting boss of Iceland has called on businesses to stop “wallowing” and “complaining” about the recent Budget, stating that the Government is unlikely to reverse its decisions. Richard Walker, managing director of Iceland and a former Tory donor who switched his political allegiance last January, said: This isnt a time for businesses to wallow The Government isnt going to change its mind.

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Built for Athletes launches running accessories collection

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium fitness brand,Built For Athleteswill be launching their first ever collection of running accessories on 6th December. Renowned for their durable performance bags and following the huge success of their first ever clothing line launch, the brand has now further extended its performance product expertise into the running space with a line-up engine

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Boohoo espionage allegations escalate as Met Police investigates

Retail Gazette

Boohoo is facing a deepening investigation into allegations of stalking and corporate espionage, as the Metropolitan Police joins an inquiry involving multiple forces. Security consultancy Control Risks, hired by the fashion giant , uncovered evidence of what it described as a campaign of extensive hostile surveillance targeting senior executives, including former CEO John Lyttle and co-founder Mahmud Kamani.

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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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Chili’s Turned a Viral Appetizer Into a Holiday Gift Collection. Here Are the Details

Retail Wire

Chili's is stepping up its gifting game for the holidays.

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VEETEE launches STIR’D: new cooking concept to elevate family meals

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Veetee is thrilled to announce the arrival ofSTIRD, an innovative product set to transform the way families create delicious meals. Freshly launched in Tesco, STIRD is designed for those who crave bold flavors and love being adventurous in the kitchenunleashing their creative culinary skills and experimenting with new flavor combinations, in their dips,

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Carnival Cruise Line Has Brought Back a Beloved Menu Item

Retail Wire

Everything old is new again at Carnival Cruise Line.

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Charles Tyrwhitt announces the opening of its first store in Southampton

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Charles Tyrwhitt welcomes its new store in Southampton. The new store situated at the West Quay shopping centre will showcase its latest collection of menswear and offers the same seamless shopping experience that Charles Tyrwhitt is known for.

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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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Why Gen Z is a rapidly growing market for home goods retailers

Inside Retail

At this point, the retail industry is well aware of how enamored Gen Z consumers are with retail segments like skincare and apparel. This can be seen in the popularity of brands like Glossier and American Eagle with this consumer base. One retail category that has been garnering more attention from this younger consumer group recently is the home goods market.

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Sainsbury’s: Christmas savings with over 50% off Champagne

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Raise a toast to festive savings!Sainsburys is once again offering 25% off withNectarwhen you buy 6 or more bottles**of still and sparkling wines. With the buy 6, save 25% promotion valid on bottles already on discount, it createshugeextra savings.

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First phase of Athlete365 Business Accelerator Programme is launched with support from Alibaba.com

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The International Olympic Committee (IOC), in collaboration with Alibaba.com, has officially launched the first phase of the fourth edition of theAthlete365 Business Accelerator programme, which aims to empower current and former elite athletes to transfer their skills into successful business ventures.

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