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When creativity gets reduced to a commodity: What is the real cost of dupes?

Inside Retail

Knockoffs, fakes, replicas and imitations have long held a place in retail but dupes and their growing acceptability on TikTok have taken consumer behaviour to new heights. No product category appears to be safe with the existence of retailers dedicated to systematically ripping and profiting off popular designs, products and formulas. Sydney-based entrepreneur, Julia Sakr, founded the luxury dog-bed brand, Barney, one of the brands that was “duped” recently by multinational supermarket Aldi.

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Tesla Lays Off Over 10% of Workforce

Retail Wire

Tesla announced significant layoffs on Sunday night, affecting over 10% of its global workforce. Some employees discovered they were laid off when their badges failed to grant them access to company facilities.

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Shein Accused of ‘Industrial-Scale’ Copyright Infringement in New Class Action Lawsuit

Retail TouchPoints

The legal hits keep on coming for Shein even as the discount shopping app continues to draw shoppers and generate sales in droves. The ecommerce platform — which already is dealing with a number of lawsuits and legislative investigations — is now also facing a class action lawsuit for copyright infringement, filed April 5 in the Southern District of New York.

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Here’s Why Coke Tastes Better at McDonald’s

Retail Wire

Apparently, we can thank science for Coca-Cola always tasting better at McDonald's.

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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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Totally Workwear eyes store network expansion after brand revamp

Inside Retail

Totally Workwear, Australia’s largest network of workwear specialist destinations, has revealed its plan to add more stores across the country following its rebranding late last year. The company said it has entered the sustained profitable growth phase of its strategic plan, which includes a series of initiatives to enhance system scalability and a network development framework supporting franchisees with footprint growth.

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Drug Shortages Surge and Crisis Grips US Pharmacies

Retail Wire

Drug shortages in the United States have hit a record high, ringing alarm bells for pharmacists nationwide. The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) and Utah Drug Information Service jointly reported a staggering 323 active drug shortages in the first quarter of the year.

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Momofuko Will No Longer Enforce Chile Crunch Trademark After Small Business Blowback

Retail Wire

The restauranteur has backed down from enforcing his Chile Crunch trademark.

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Savers to open first Sydney store in Hoxton Park Prestons

Inside Retail

Thrift retailer Savers is opening its first Sydney store in the suburb of Hoxton Park Prestons on May 30. The new 1590sqm store will stock more than 100,000 pre-loved items including clothing, accessories and home goods and over 25,000 unique finds arriving weekly. Savers is known as a second-hand shopping destination with the majority of its items priced under $10. “At a time when the cost of living and demand for sustainable shopping solutions are surging, now is the right time for Saver

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Tesla Pauses Cybertruck Deliveries Due To Alleged Unforeseen Delays

Retail Wire

Tesla has pressed pause on Cybertruck deliveries and informed buyers that there has been an unexpected delay.

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Opinion: Why the current supermarket inquiries are so threatening 

Inside Retail

Over the decades, Australia’s major supermarkets have emerged from various parliamentary and regulatory agency inquiries, not to mention political, media, union and consumer group pressures, relatively unscathed. A little bruised, a tad constrained but unbroken and unbowed. There have been legitimate concerns about the consequences of the dominance and concentrated power of Woolworths and Coles in the grocery market.

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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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Google News Blocks California Media News Links in Response to Proposed Law

Retail Wire

Google has decided to block links to California news websites due to proposed state legislation that would require big tech companies to pay news outlets for their content.

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What’s behind the slew of beauty brands exploring an IPO or sale?

Inside Retail

Last month, it was reported that Selena Gomez was mulling a potential IPO or sale of Rare Beauty, her cosmetics business worth an estimated $2 billion. Rare Beauty is not the only beauty brand in transaction talks, with Glossier, Merit Beauty and Kosas all reportedly exploring various IPO and sale options. Coincidentally, perhaps, all four brands are also stocked in premium beauty retailer Sephora in the US.

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Mercedes-Benz Unveils Upgraded 2025 EQS Electric Sedan

Retail Wire

Mercedes-Benz has announced significant upgrades to its EQS electric sedan for the 2025 model year.

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LensCrafters Promotes Eye Health with Second Season of Immersive Roblox Odyssey

Retail TouchPoints

LensCrafters has launched the second season of its Roblox Eye Odyssey series, World of Optics , featuring games that mimic the tests in a comprehensive eye exam. The series’ first season has engaged more than 300,000 users since its debut in October 2023. In the metaverse experience, users help Blinky, a friendly eye-bulb character, overcome challenges caused by prolonged exposure to screens and learn about appropriate eyecare habits to help maintain healthy vision.

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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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Rising Inflation Concerns Rattle Markets and Policymakers

Retail Wire

Inflation is on the rise, catching many by surprise as prices climb stubbornly higher. Markets, investors, and economists alike are grappling with the unexpected inflation pressures that have marked the start of 2024.

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China Offers ‘Strong Financial Support’ to Help Boost Recycling of Household Appliances

Retail TouchPoints

Seeking to increase consumer recycling of used household appliances, the Chinese government has pledged to update regulations and provide “strong financial support for large-scale equipment renewals and trade-ins of consumer goods,” according to a statement by the English-language channel of the country’s State Council. The government’s plan is to boost the recycling percentage of household appliances 30% by 2027 compared to 2023.

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LEGO Doubles Its Revenue Growth Over the Past Decade by Targeting Adult Fans

Retail Wire

LEGO has expanded its appeal beyond children and successfully targeted adults, doubling its revenue over the past decade.

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Untuckit is Setting Sights on Expansion and Internal Visibility is Helping it Get There

Retail TouchPoints

Untuckit has been on a multifaceted growth path in 2024. The apparel retailer is expanding its brick-and-mortar footprint with plans to open at least 14 new stores in 2024, bringing its store count to nearly 100. Additionally, Untuckit has officially entered the wholesale market following a pilot program with Macy’s that began in November 2023. “We started Untuckit online in 2011, but retail has really been the backbone of our company since 2015,” said Chris Riccobono, Founder and Executive Chai

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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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Superdry landlords to lose out under new turnaround plan

Retail Gazette

Superdry landlords are expected to bear the brunt as the retailer prepares to launch a new restructuring plan this week in the latest attempt to turnaround the business. The ailing fashion retailer confirmed on Monday it was in the “advanced stages” of preparing a restructuring plan and expects to launch it “in the coming days”. However, it said there is no certainty the plan will be implemented.

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4 Strategies from the Most Visible Retail Brands

Retail TouchPoints

In today’s retail industry, marketers are under tremendous pressure to hone their strategies in order to elevate their digital presence above that of competitors. Demand, social engagement and customer preferences are always evolving, together and separately. It’s crucial for retail marketers to adapt accordingly. Fortunately, retailers can learn valuable lessons from the most digitally sophisticated retail brands.

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Nike leans on Air for multiyear innovation cycle

Retail Dive

After acknowledging the need for more innovation, the sports brand is rolling out a new product lineup and an athlete co-creation process.

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Tesco teases new Clubcard Prices logo after Lidl defeat

Retail Gazette

Tesco has teased the new design for its Clubcard prices after a High Court ruled its yellow circle in a blue square infringed Lidl’s trademark for its similar yellow circle branding. Britain’s largest supermarket has begun the process of replacing millions of Clubcard Prices logos with the new branding over the coming weeks, starting with its app.

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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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Fly by Jing lowers prices as it expands into over 2K Walmart stores

Retail Dive

The price reductions come as consumers feel the pressure of inflation, especially in the grocery category.

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NAI Michael Cos. to Develop 600,000-Square-Foot Mixed-Use Project in Bowie, Maryland

Shopping Center

Bowie, Md. — NAI Michael Cos. will develop South Lake Marketplace, a 600,000-square-foot mixed-use project within the $1.3 billion South Lake development underway in Bowie. Karington LLC, an affiliate of NAI… The post NAI Michael Cos. to Develop 600,000-Square-Foot Mixed-Use Project in Bowie, Maryland appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Inside a closing Macy’s store

Retail Dive

CEO Tony Spring surprised the industry with a new tranche of 150 department store closures, 50 of which are shuttering in 2024. Here’s what that looks like.

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Primark drops prices of kids summer essentials

Retail Gazette

Primark has lowered the price on hundreds of its essential kids’ clothing and accessories as part of its commitment to keep prices down. The fashion retailer has cut the price of selected products in its spring/summer range, including swim shorts and swimsuits, t-shirts and shorts, sliders and baseball caps, by an average of 21%. It said a simple t-shirt, swim shorts, sliders and a baseball cap can be picked up for 16% cheaper than last year at £10.50.

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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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Is retail’s next wave of personalization coming in 2024?

Retail Dive

Dive into how today’s latest tech innovations give brands an opportunity to reinvent how they speak to their customers in advertising campaigns.

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Sports Direct’s Newcastle United replica kits deal injunction fails

Retail Gazette

Sports Direct has failed in its quest to have Newcastle United sell its kit for the upcoming season kit in its stores. The Frasers Group-owned retailer filed a claim last month to the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) stating that the football club refused to supply its replica 2024/25 kit. Newcastle United’s reasons were that it had agreed to an exclusive retail arrangement with JD Sports to sell the upcoming season’s replica kit.

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Breaking down 5 myths of BNPL: Who really uses it (and why)?

Retail Dive

A new survey reveals who today’s BNPL shoppers really are—and they may not be who you think.

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The Body Shop plans to slash tax bill if it exits administration

Retail Gazette

The Body Shop administrators have been working on a deal to cut its tax bill in order to boost cash for creditors facing losses following its collapse. The administrators have drawn up proposals to retain £66m worth of tax benefits racked up before it fell into insolvency, as they seek creditors’ approval over a restructuring agreement. The creditors will benefit from a proposal to protect tax losses, which may be used to lower corporation tax due in the future, if The Body Shop can be res

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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.