Tue.May 14, 2024

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How Amazon, Poshmark and Rolling Stone Use Livestreaming to Break out from the Ecommerce Grid

Retail TouchPoints

Today’s consumers, especially Gen Z ( 73% ) and millennials ( 62% ), prefer to buy from a brand that offers interactive experiences that go beyond the standard ecommerce grid. And there’s no denying that video, whether live or recorded, is proving a powerful medium to create those experiences in digital environments. In fact, a study commissioned by real-time engagement platform Agora found that 61% of respondents under the age of 55 are interested in livestream shopping experiences, with

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Good360 gets $3 million grant: How it will connect retail, charity and community

Inside Retail

Demand for charity aid is rapidly increasing amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis in Australia, but retailers have the power to offer a helping hand and simultaneously solve their costly $2.5 billion annual deadstock dilemma. In the federal budget released yesterday, the Government announced multiple measures to relieve pressures on middle-class Australians, including reducing tax rates and offering $3.5 billion in energy bill relief for 10 million Australians and small businesses and $1.9 bil

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Traceability is the Foundation of Supply Chain Due Diligence

Retail TouchPoints

A seismic shift is on the horizon for retail businesses operating in Europe. In December 2023, the European Parliament and the European Council reached a provisional agreement on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), a sweeping law that mandates companies to actively monitor and rectify any human rights and environmental risks within their global supply chains.

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Cinnabon expands into Western Australia

Inside Retail

Bakery franchise Cinnabon is expanding into Western Australia after Boxx Brands secured the rights for the popular cinnamon roll retailer across the state. “Since Cinnabon landed on Oz shores in 2019, West Australians have been hounding social media asking when it will be their turn, and we are so excited to finally make their wishes come true,” said Boxx Brands MD Brett Higgins.

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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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Indeed Announces 1,000 Workers Will Be Laid Off

Retail Wire

The job search engine is experiencing some layoffs of its own.

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Aussie furniture chain Reddie switches to 100 per cent reclaimed materials

Inside Retail

Reddie Furniture has switched to 100 per cent reclaimed solid wood and recycled plastic materials in its latest collections. According to the company, the change is a significant turning point in Reddie Furniture’s sustainability journey. The brand’s latest line features recycled materials, including reclaimed solid teak wood and processed plastics made by the brand’s production team in Indonesia. “The decision to transition to 100 per cent reclaimed wood and use recycled pl

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“We felt we had to do something quite radical”: Pandora’s SVP of sustainability

Inside Retail

The world’s largest jewellery brand Pandora is placing sustainability at the cornerstone of its ‘Phoenix’ growth strategy and even tying bonuses for top management to environmental targets to incentivise progress. The shift dates back to 2020/21 when Pandora overhauled its business strategy to focus on crafting high-quality jewellery for the mass market and becoming the most desirable brand in the accessible luxury jewellery market, globally.

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Skechers Widens its Reach with New Roblox Store, John Deere Collab

Retail TouchPoints

Skechers is bringing its brand to new audiences with a virtual store in Roblox aimed at younger consumers and a new co-branded collection with tractor brand John Deere designed for agricultural and construction professionals. Skechers Roblox Store Banks 3.4 Million Visits in First 5 Weeks Image courtesy Super League Skechers has opened its first virtual store in Livetopia’s Topia Mall on Roblox with the help of Super League and Century Games.

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Retailers raise concerns over budget’s lack of support for small businesses

Inside Retail

Retailers have welcomed the federal budget’s provision to help address the cost-of-living crisis but raised concerns about support for small businesses. The Australian Retailers Association lauded the government for including an energy bill relief of $300 and the extension of superannuation on government-funded parental leave in the 2024-25 federal budget.

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Walmart To Lay off Hundreds of Corporate Staff Members

Retail Wire

Walmart is set to lay off hundreds of its corporate staff members. The retail giant will also ask their remote workers to return to the office on a hybrid schedule.

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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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Two Country Road stores earn six-star green ratings

Inside Retail

Country Road ‘s Highpoint and Ballarat stores have secured a six-star Green Star Interiors rating from the Green Building Council of Australia, the first fashion retail shops to receive the rating. The company boasts that its existing store elements were carefully repurposed to reduce waste, and new fixtures incorporated recycled yoghurt containers, carpet crafted using recycled fishing nets, and recycled paper wall cladding.

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Home Depot’s First-Quarter Revenue Disappoints

Retail Wire

Home Depot, a major player in the home improvement retail sector, recently released its fiscal first-quarter earnings, revealing a complex picture of consumer behavior influenced by economic factors. While the company's earnings per share exceeded expectations, its revenue fell short, indicating a trend of deferred spending among customers.

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Alibaba’s profit plunges despite increased revenue

Inside Retail

China’s Alibaba Group Holding reported an 86 per cent plunge in fourth-quarter profit on Tuesday primarily due to valuation changes from equity investments, pushing its US-listed shares down almost 6 per cent in early trading though revenue beat forecasts. It also announced it would revive a plan first floated in 2022 to upgrade its secondary listing in Hong Kong to a primary listing, while retaining its primary listing in New York.

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Why Understanding Modern Banking Products Adds Value to High-End Retail Strategies

Retail Focus

In today’s more advanced and upscale retail environment, knowing the ins and outs of modern banking products can be a game-changer in your money-making field. It’s not really like you’re only into selling luxury items; you have high-value offerings about tailored experiences that can speak volumes to financially savvy elite customers.

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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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Apple Workers at Maryland Store Vote to Strike

Retail TouchPoints

Workers at an Apple store in Towson, Md. have authorized a strike, although a date has not yet been set for the action. The store was the first Apple location to unionize back in 2022 with more than 100 employees now represented by The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Coalition of Organized Retail Employees (IAM CORE). Now, after what IAM CORE described as over a year of negotiations, members have voted in favor of a strike amid frustration over “unresolved work issu

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Major Airlines Sue Biden Administration Over ‘Junk Fees’ Rule

Retail Wire

Several airlines have issued a lawsuit against Biden's DOT for the new "junk fees" rule.

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Retailers are wasting their digital ad spend – here’s how

Inside Retail

Wasted digital advertising spending reached $97.1 million in the first quarter, according to Next&Co’s quarterly Digital Media Wastage report. Based on 33 audited companies, Next&Co found that the retail sector had the highest amount wasted on digital advertising at $28.1 million. Although the figures are 3.85 per cent lower than the previous corresponding period, Next&Co emphasised that the data shows brands are still wasting a significant amount on digital advertising.

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Red Lobster Abruptly Closes Dozens of Locations

Retail Wire

Red Lobster has been struggling, financially, since the pandemic.

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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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The Container Store faces delisting as Q4 sales plunge

Retail Dive

The retailer continues to struggle, especially with general merchandise. But margins expanded and losses narrowed for the quarter and full year.

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“We are still in the early innings”: Liquid Death’s SVP of strategy

Inside Retail

Liquid Death is not a standard name for a beverage brand , especially for a drink as healthy and innocuous as water. However, as unique as the brand name is, the company has taken an even more “metal” approach to marketing. From collaborations with beauty brands to tongue-in-cheek hashtags like #MurderYourThirst, Liquid Death has captured consumer attention in a way that few other brands, let alone those in the beverage category, have been able to.

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Walmart confirms hundreds of coporate layoffs

Retail Dive

The retailer also said “the majority” of remote workers and those at offices in Dallas, Atlanta and Toronto, must relocate — mostly to its Arkansas headquarters.

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How AI and Lean could be the fix to your Covid hangover

Inside Retail

Leaders often get caught out chasing the next big idea. Too often, they forget that their company’s baseline is deteriorating, while their attempt to harness the next big idea never delivers as expected on the bottom line. This issue has accelerated as firms struggle with a Covid hangover (whether they realise it or not). The result is less effective decision-making from the boardroom to the factory floor and an overall drop in productivity.

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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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Amazon Web Services CEO Steps Down

Retail Wire

In a significant shift within Amazon Web Services (AWS), CEO Andy Jassy recently announced that Adam Selipsky, who has steered the company for the past three years, will be stepping down to pursue fresh challenges.

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The Power of Twitch Streamers in Driving Retail Brands

Retail Focus

Retail brands are having to work harder than ever to find opportunities to reach and engage with their target demographics. Ghalia Boustani, senior retail consultant at Univers Retail , said retail formats are changing and brands are having to evolve fast. Although social media platforms like X (Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook have long been staples in marketing campaigns, another medium that’s been gaining traction and proving its worth is Twitch.

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Diamond Industry Shakeup: Anglo Divorces De Beers

Retail Wire

The diamond industry is facing a seismic shift as Anglo American Plc announces plans to part ways with its iconic De Beers business.

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Consumers ‘trading down’ to cheaper goods online: report

Retail Dive

Even as e-commerce spend in the first four months of the year grew to nearly $332 billion, shoppers are buying cheaper goods across categories.

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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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NRF Declines SHEIN’s Membership During Retailer’s US IPO Pursuit

Retail Wire

SHEIN has made multiple attempts to join the National Retail Federation (NRF) but has been consistently denied membership.

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Burberry profit plunges 36% amid ‘challenging’ luxury market

Retail Gazette

Burberry has seen its operating profit plunge 36% to £418m as it grapples with a challenging economic environment amid its strategic repositioning efforts. The luxury fashion retailer said its like-for-like sales fell 12% in the final quarter, wiping out gains made earlier in the year. While revenue was also down by 4% to £2.9bn. Chief executive Jonathan Akeroyd said: “Executing our plan against a backdrop of slowing luxury demand has been challenging.” Sales in Asia grew by just 3% over t

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GameStop Stocks Make a Comeback

Retail Wire

GameStop stock skyrocketed by over 60% on Tuesday, following a surge of 74% the previous day.

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Heathrow warns loss of tax-free shopping is ‘curtailing UK’s global connectivity’

Retail Gazette

Heathrow Airport has warned the loss of tax-free shopping is hurting Britain’s status as a global transport hub. The airport, which saw passenger numbers rise 4.8% last month, claimed the measure was “curtailing the UK’s global connectivity” Its CEO Thomas Woldbye said: “To unlock our full potential to help grow the country’s economy, we need the government to implement policies that support UK aviation’s ability to compete globally.” While the Treasury has sa

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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.