Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2024
Thanks to rapid innovations in supply chain management, AI technology and digital marketing, e-commerce is increasingly playing an integral role in the lives of everyday Aussies. With this momentum continuing into this year, it’s the perfect time for retailers to reexamine their strategies and restructure with growth and scale in mind. Four key trends stand out as high-growth opportunities for online retailers.
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2024
This week, France announced legislation to “limit the excesses of ultra-fast fashion”. Key measures include a ban on advertising for cheap textiles and an environmental charge on low-cost items. While the proposed laws need to pass a vote in France’s senate, they signal an increased need for focus on sustainability in the retail industry. It’s a trend that’s also playing out close to home with Roy Morgan’s Future of Australian Retail address highlighting the dichotomy between the $8 billion in s
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Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
It's halfway to spooky season, and Home Depot is celebrating.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
Americans spent $136.8 billion on their pets in 2022, up from $123.6 billion in 2021, according to the American Pet Products Association. Half of these pet-owning households are run by millennials and Gen Zers, who don’t just look at their pets as “furry friends” but as their children. Bark is one company that is laser-focused on engaging these pet lovers — specifically, pup parents.
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Retail Focus
APRIL 26, 2024
Braehead, one of the UK’s most popular retail and leisure destinations, owned by property company SGS and asset managed by Global Mutual in conjunction with Savills as property managers, is pleased to welcome beauty brand, KIKO Milano, to the centre as the store opens its doors to customers. KIKO Milano, the Italian cosmetics brand, has opened a c.1,000 sq ft store stocking its range of beauty products including makeup, face and body treatments.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
From 12 noon ET on Monday, April 29 through noon on April 30, the Walmart+ Early Access online sales event will offer program members a curated assortment of products new to Walmart — including Dolly Parton’s Rockin’ New Baking Collection, Doritos Flamin’ Hot Mystery Flavor, Pampers diapers and men’s and women’s shoes from Reebok. “Walmart+ members have shown significant engagement with our digital offerings, particularly in the grocery sector, so we’re excited to offer them a shopping event lik
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Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
A little less than one year after Toys ‘R’ Us made its return to the world of UK brick-and-mortar via nine shop-in-shops in WHSmith stores, TRU parent company WHP Global has announced plans to expand the partnership and add 30 new locations by this summer. Image courtesy WHP Global WHSmith’s High Street stores will now serve as the exclusive long-term shop-in-shop partner for Toys ‘R’ Us in the UK.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
Health insurance company Kaiser is notifying millions of its current and former members about a data breach. The breach occurred when Kaiser shared patients’ information with third-party advertisers like Google, Microsoft, and X (formerly Twitter).
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
In today’s market landscape, ethical, political and environmental considerations increasingly sway consumer purchasing decisions, particularly when it comes to packaging. Studies indicate that consumers are willing to put their money where their mouth is, with products that make environmental, social and governance-related claims seeing disproportionate growth over products that don’t make such claims, achieving a 1.7 percentage point increase in the CAGR.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
Aramark workers at the Wells Fargo Center have gone on strike to demand better wages and health care benefits.
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Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
Image courtesy Walgreens Walgreens is bringing all of its specialty pharmacy services into one integrated unit and expanding its offerings for patients suffering from complex chronic conditions with an investment in gene and cell services. It’s all part of what the company described as the “latest step to leverage its neighborhood pharmacies into fast-growing areas of healthcare.
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2024
Inside Retail’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce is an annual ranking of the most impressive and inspiring leaders in Australia’s online retail industry. Our 2024 report features C-level executives with decades of leadership experience, alongside start-up founders and digital specialists with a wide range of skills, from marketing to logistics. You can download it here.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 26, 2024
Just in time for Mother’s Day May 12, UrbanStems has added same-day delivery in four major markets by expanding its partnership with the Walmart GoLocal white-label fulfillment service. Customers in Chicago, Dallas, Miami and Atlanta join those in Washington, D.C., New York and Los Angeles who can now take advantage of same-day delivery of UrbanStems’ in-house designed arrangements.
Inside Retail
APRIL 26, 2024
Amidst multiple inquiries into the price-setting practices of Australian supermarkets, Woolworths and Coles are seemingly leading with more specials and promotions than ever. While the sudden grocery discounts have presumably been introduced to appease consumers during the allegations of price gouging, and ongoing inquiries by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) and the Senate, some of the promotional materials to advertise the savings have left consumers and independent wa
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Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
Tesla Autopilot is once again the subject of an NHTSA investigation.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The retailer joins Target, Dollar General and other chains in recalibrating its reliance on self-service and rethinking the checkout experience.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
April 26 marks National Pretzel Day, honoring one of America's cherished snacks.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The eldest son of founder Sam Walton has been with the company since 1969 — even longer if you count his job at his father’s original five-and-dime.
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Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
In a recent study by iSeeCars, Toyota emerged as the fastest-selling new car brand from October 2023 to March 2024.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The craft retailer expects to cut $505 million in debt and emerge from bankruptcy as a privately held company.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
A rising trend among young affluent consumers is the integration of luxury sleep brands.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
Marco Ellerker is being promoted into the newly created position, following the company's record revenue growth in Q3.
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Off-page SEO is the key to building trust, attracting qualified traffic, and boosting conversions. This guide explores how to leverage backlinks, guest blogging, social media, and influencer marketing to expand your website’s reach and authority. Discover the synergy between on-page and off-page SEO, ensuring your site is optimized for success. Learn how to create valuable content, engage with online communities, and track your progress to fine-tune your strategy.
Retail Wire
APRIL 26, 2024
Elon Musk's xAI, which came to the market 10 months ago to compete with OpenAI, has raised almost $6 billion in funding.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The athletics retailer had a round of layoffs as it shuttered a distribution center and Mango opened locations in Washington, D.C., and Boston.
Dezeen
APRIL 26, 2024
Six interweaving "petals" encase the facade of Dior 's store in Geneva , Switzerland, which has been designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Christian de Portzamparc. The Dior store's expressive facade elements echo those of its Seoul flagship store – also designed by French architect De Portzamparc – that similarly draws on fabrics used for Dior's creations.
Retail Gazette
APRIL 26, 2024
Asda is trialling new ‘Digital sSpirits display screens’ across 23 of its Express stores, under its continued investment in innovation. The new digital display screens, launched in partnership with beverage company Diageo, will allow shoppers to select from a larger choice of spirits, with the stores’ range increasing from 13 or 26 products to 50 products.
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Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
The DTC brands, which share shoppers with Lululemon and Nike, are growing as rivals like Under Armour contract, according to an Earnest Analytics report.
Retail Customer Experience
APRIL 26, 2024
The ICX Summit kicks off Sept. 9-11 in Charlotte, North Carolina, with notable keynotes and panelists on a wide range of retail customer experience topics.
Retail Dive
APRIL 26, 2024
Outdoor gear and accessories, including hats and sandals, are also part of the collection.
Shopify
APRIL 26, 2024
Shopify discusses how the right POS system for your home and garden business can help you solve challenges including creating customer loyalty, having a standout in-store experience, and streamlining inventory management.
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