Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Plans are moving forward for a new Costco development in Baldwin Village, South Los Angeles, marking the first location to feature residential apartments above the warehouse retail space.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Premier Investments’ board has decided to forfeit the performance shares issued to former Smiggle MD John Cheston due to his alleged breach of obligations. The total number of shares stood at 113,550 issued in two equal tranches last October 18 and May 29. “The Premier board considers that it is contrary to the purpose and conditions of the [performance rights] plan and otherwise inappropriate for Mr Cheston to receive the benefit of the performance shares that were issued on the afo
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Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Swedish outdoor apparel and gear retailer Fjällräven has launched Fjällräven Pre-Loved, a peer-to-peer resale marketplace powered by Archive that is designed to give a second life to products and reinforce the brand’s mission to reduce waste and promote circularity. “Since 1960 Fjällräven has believed in creating products built to last with sustainability, durability and timeless design,” said Nathan Dopp, CEO Americas at Fjällräven in a statement.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Once a fierce rival of Walmart, Kmart's decline is nearly complete.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The major tech platforms, Amazon included, are often referred to as “walled gardens,” offering an immense set of capabilities, services, data and insights — but only to users within the “walls” of their site. However, Amazon is slowly but surely changing that; in fact, very soon, Amazon and its services are going to be showing up in a lot more places that aren’t Amazon — Google, TikTok, DTC websites and even at ports and along freight lines (although the Amazon branding will likely be less promi
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Retailers said the Reserve Bank of Australia ‘s decision to hold the cash rate at 4.35 per cent will be of little encouragement to the industry as inflationary pressures still persist. “This decision will come as cold comfort to many retailers who may have been fearing a cash-rate increase,” said Paul Zahra, CEO of the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). “Cost-of-living pressures continue to impact the spending habits of Australians, with many households feeling the p
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Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Bacha Coffee, managed by TWG Tea’s parent company V3 Gourmet, is betting big on its global strategy, injecting €20 million (US$22.2 million) into its 1500sqm Champs-Élysées store slated to open later this year. The store “is one of a few strategic destinations planned for Europe in the next three years,” Maranda Barnes, chief commercial officer of V3 Gourmet, told Inside Retail.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Tempur Sealy International will sell 73 Mattress Firm stores and its 103 -store Sleep Outfitters subsidiary to Mattress Warehouse following the completion of Tempur Sealy’s proposed $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm, which is being challenged by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The planned divestiture is a pre-emptive move to make the deal more palatable to the FTC.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Mexican feel-good franchise Zambrero opened its 300th restaurant globally on 18 September. The newest location is on Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn, Melbourne with experienced Zambrero franchisee Luke Grady at the helm. Grady owns 10 restaurants and has been involved with the brand since 2015. “We’re very excited to open the 300th restaurant in Hawthorn.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Navigating holiday retail pricing strategies during times of economic uncertainty requires a delicate balance between reacting to market conditions and maintaining profitability. As we approach a period characterized by the looming U.S. presidential election, inflationary pressures and fluctuating interest rates, retailers must adopt a more refined, agile and data-driven approach to pricing and promotions.
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Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) allegations that Woolworths and Coles breached the Australian Consumer Law by making misleading claims about discounts come as retailers head into their most promotional period of the year and serve as a warning to the wider industry. The ACCC has alleged that the two supermarkets offered certain products at a regular price for at least 180 days before increasing the price of the product by at least 15 per cent for a relatively short pe
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
White Castle has updated its Craver Nation rewards program and added more enhancements to its customer experience.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Social procurement offers retailers of all sizes and sectors a ‘no-brainer’ way to create positive impact by engaging the goods and services of social enterprises. For example, Cleanable is a social enterprise dedicated to delivering professional cleaning services while also creating jobs for individuals facing employment barriers. Among its clients is Nando’s ANZ, which also works with Green Connect, a social enterprise that helps solve the food waste problem for NSW-based restaurants while als
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
KFC is the first fast-food chain to introduce this training.
Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader
In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Last week at its annual “Made on YouTube” event for creators, the video platform unveiled a suite of AI-powered capabilities and community tools designed to help creators build their audiences and grow their business. “We’re committed to making sure creativity flourishes, communities thrive, and the creator economy grows on YouTube ,” said YouTube CEO Neal Mohan in a statement.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Taco John’s is now offering a catering option to its loyal customers, featuring beloved menu items.
Dezeen
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Tokyo studio Schemata Architects has combined Japanese and Western designs inside a traditional wooden townhouse in Kyoto to create a store for perfumery brand Le Labo. The building, otherwise known as a machiya, is located in the Kiyamachi area and has been revamped to incorporate Le Labo 's typical finishes while respecting its 145-year-old architecture.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Festivalgoers can now find several non-alcoholic beer beverages at the biggest beer party on earth.
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Retail Dive
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Amid a high-profile backlash, many businesses are scrutinizing their policies. But the vast majority end up sticking with DEI, in part because it’s key to growth.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Taco Bell is only bringing the menu back for a limited time.
Retail Gazette
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
More than 150 members of parliament have called on Asda’s bosses to settle its ongoing gender equal pay legal battle, GMB union reports. According to the union, 159 MPs have written to the supermarket’s majority owners TDR Capital, calling on them to finally end its ‘gender discrimination’ employment case, which is currently in its second stage.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
According to a new survey, Halloween spending has the potential to reach $11.6 billion this year.
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Wiser
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
In a previous post, Comparing Price Monitoring Tools – Which One is Right for You? , we discussed the various levels of price monitoring tools available to retailers, from basic entry-level tools to advanced, AI-driven solutions. Now, in a follow up post, we’ll explore why Wiser’s Price Intelligence solution stands out as the top choice for businesses across all stages, offering the perfect balance of capabilities and cost-effectiveness.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Starbucks Reserve looks to be increasing its offerings and footprint under the radar.
Retail Gazette
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
A Sainsbury’s Local store is making its debut appearance on Coronation Street today (23 September), as part of a product placement partnership with the iconic British television programme. The tie-up, which was unveiled earlier this year, comes as part of Argos renewing its headline sponsorship of the soap opera. The store facade on Victoria Street has been kept under wraps on-screen behind hoardings since July, according to the grocery giant.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Delta Air Lines faces another lawsuit.
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes
Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.
A1 Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Opening brings an investment of £5.5 million to boost Scottish leisure market and create 80 jobs XSite Braehead is excited to announce that K1 Speed, the world’s premier indoor karting operator, will be opening its UK flagship at the entertainment destination. This state-of-the-art facility, featuring the world’s longest indoor karting track, is backed by a significant £5.5 million investment, demonstrating K1 Speed’s confidence in both the Scottish market and the future of XSite Braehead.
Retail Gazette
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
TikTok Shop is launching its first week-long sales event in the UK which will see some of the platform’s most popular brands offering exclusive discounts on thousands of trending products. The online giant’s ‘For You Days’ event will run from 23 to 30 September, featuring shopping sessions and one-off discounts from brands including Sweaty Betty , Made by Mitchell and L’Oreal Paris, following the successful US launch of the event this summer.
A1 Retail
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
The Brunswick shopping centre in Scarborough is to be given a brand new identity as part of an ambitious redevelopment project that aims to redefine and revitalise the town centre. Scarborough Group International (SGI), a property regeneration and placemaking specialist, and owner of the Brunswick, has announced that the centre will be renamed ‘Square One’ (SQ1), as it prepares to undertake extensive redevelopment works that will see it transformed into a vibrant, leisure-led destination.
Retail Gazette
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Oliver Bonas profits fell last year as it battled growing interest rates and high inflation during the period. The fashion firm ‘s profits dropped to £6.8m for the year ended 31 December, compared to £7.6m the year before, however, sales were up 18% to £136m. The results are in stark contrast to the year prior where its profits surged 21% and the retailer flagged that “things are slightly brighter” in the new year.
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
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