Indigo 9 Digital
APRIL 12, 2023
Photo of Makeup Palette By Tricia McKinnon UBS once commented that Ulta Beauty is one of the “best growth stories in retail” and it was right. Last year Ulta Beauty’s sales were up 18.3% to reach $10.2 billion. No one is successful without hard work and clearly Ulta Beauty has made a number of strategic choices that have enabled it to succeed in a constantly evolving retail environment.
Wiser
APRIL 10, 2023
As a retailer, getting shoppers into your store is the first big hurdle, but then comes an even more complex beast— getting them to make a purchase. One essential component of this is using the best retail assortment strategy for your store. For some retailers, simply offering a wide variety of items is the key, even if they’re somewhat unrelated.
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Inside Retail
APRIL 12, 2023
During the years affected by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, when freedom of movement was restricted, Australian retailers redoubled their efforts to consolidate their position in the local market. But, following the opening of international borders, it appears that more businesses are expanding their horizons, and are looking for ways to reach new markets and audiences.
Small Biz Trends
APRIL 11, 2023
NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index witnessed a decline of 0.8 points in March, resulting in a 90.1 score, remaining below the 49-year average of 98 for the 15th consecutive month. Inflation emerged as the primary concern for 24% of small business owners, marking a four-point drop from the previous month. The outlook for improved business conditions in the next six months stayed at a net negative of 47%.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Focus
APRIL 12, 2023
Fashion Week… to what extent a national event can have an impact on retail and retail businesses? National events, such as Fashion Week, provide a platform for designers to present their latest collections to a large audience of buyers, media, and industry professionals. This can increase brand awareness and exposure, which can translate into more sales and collaborations.
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Inside Retail
APRIL 12, 2023
US-based Duck Donuts has signed a franchise agreement to open five outlets in Sydney, Australia. The company is also planning to open three stores in the Bahamas and 10 in Iraq. The brand, headquartered in Pennsylvania, began franchising in 2013 and now operates in three international locations along with 115 locally owned stores in the US. Eric Lavinder, Duck Donuts’ chief development officer, said: “We welcome our newest franchise partners to the system and look forward to supporting th
Retail Wire
APRIL 13, 2023
Legal marijuana sales are expected to surpass $33.5 billion this year, up $4 billion from 2022, according to a new report from MJBiz. Sales are expected to climb to $57 billion by 2028.
Tokinomo
APRIL 11, 2023
Campaign corner Fill it up. Pot Noodle's latest campaign , "Nothing Fills a Hole Like Pot Noodle," presents Pot Noodle as the perfect solution for satisfying one's appetite. The campaign features various images of holes, such as a pocket on a pool table, a birdhouse, and a washing machine drum, that have been filled with Pot Noodle to highlight its ability to satisfy hunger.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 12, 2023
As a result of changing consumer behaviors and spending patterns, many retailers are focused on right-sizing their store footprints, especially in shopping malls. In fact, results from Retail TouchPoints’ latest Store Design & Experience Survey revealed that 58% of respondents plan to remodel and/or renovate a minimum of 11% of their store footprint through 2024.
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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.
Inside Retail
APRIL 12, 2023
In recent years, India has emerged as a major market for luxury brands. The country’s growing economy and expanding middle class have created a favourable environment for global brands to set up shop and tap into a new consumer base. According to statistics from the India Brand Equity Foundation, the retail sector in the country is expected to be worth US$2 trillion by 2032.
Retail Wire
APRIL 11, 2023
Amazon.com is charging $1.50 per return to the UPS Store when a Whole Foods, Kohl’s or Amazon Fresh location is closer, according to The Information. The charges are being applied to returns made for reasons including a “change of mind” and an “accidental order.
Retail Focus
APRIL 11, 2023
Wembley Park is set to welcome an exciting new addition to its vibrant community with the launch of Lone Design Club’s first pop-up store, The Club Apartment. This move marks a significant expansion for Lone Design Club, bringing a unique shopping experience to the people of Wembley Park. At The Club Apartment, visitors can expect a carefully curated selection of one-of-a-kind products from emerging, mindful brands in Homeware, Lifestyle, Beauty, and Fashion.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 14, 2023
American Eagle Outfitters and ThredUp have launched RE/AE, a resale shop for secondhand and exclusive vintage American Eagle clothing, located at ae.thredup.com, curated by American Eagle and powered by ThredUp’s Resale-as-a-Service (RaaS). Additionally, American Eagle has partnered with Snapchat for a pop-up shoppable AR Lens showcasing select styles from an inaugural 200 -piece RE/AE collection.
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Inside Retail
APRIL 13, 2023
New Zealand’s kids’ shoe brand Bobux International has been placed in receivership after Covid-related supply chain issues, overstocking and an IT system revamp pushed the business to collapse. Founded in 1991 by Colleen and Chris Bennett, the brand sells high-quality shoes, boots and sandals for toddlers and kids. The label is sold in 40 countries internationally as well as online.
Retail Wire
APRIL 12, 2023
Wegmans may replace its Buzz Coffee Shops with self-service stations in some or all of its stores. The company issued the following statement: “We are in the process of piloting a self-serve coffee model at select stores in Rochester. As part of this pilot, we are introducing self-serve coffee machines that allow customers to choose from a variety of specialty and brewed coffee drinks, made freshly just for them.
Retail Focus
APRIL 11, 2023
Café and lifestyle brand, EL&N Café, is set to open its doors at Bullring, marking its Midlands debut in the UK. The addition of EL&N supports Hammerson’s initiative to revitalize its assets and bring in more dining and restaurant options to Birmingham’s retail and leisure destination. EL&N Café, famously dubbed as “the most instagrammable café in the world”, has secured almost 8,000 sq ft of space on the bustling New Street, adjacent to Zara, and will offer a
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 13, 2023
How can your wine brand stand out among thousands of competitors? It’s about more than having the most eye-catching packaging or best shelf spot — although these are important factors. To get people to reach for your product repeatedly, learn how to stand out across the customer journey using a digital-first media strategy. To accomplish this effectively, wine brands need a holistic, omnichannel marketing strategy that ladders up to full-funnel goals: Establish emotional connection and awareness
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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.
Inside Retail
APRIL 12, 2023
Tupperware is seeking potential investors and has engaged with financial experts, facing the risk of collapse if it fails to attract sufficient capital. “There is substantial evidence doubt about the company’s ability to continue as a going concern,” the company said in a stock exchange filing. Tupperware has recently received a delisting warning from the New York Stock Exchange after failing to file its annual reports and its share price plunged 50 per cent in one day earlier this week.
Retail Dive
APRIL 14, 2023
A company spokesperson said the retailer is “evaluating our strategic options” and a sale process is underway.
Retail Focus
APRIL 11, 2023
Burlington Arcade, a historical luxury shopping destination in central London, has added to its prestigious retail offering with the opening of Cara Jewellers’ first international boutique in Europe. The new boutique, spread across three levels of the iconic shopping arcade, features a VIP area on the second floor and a fully equipped workshop in the basement for customisation and repair of jewellery.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 11, 2023
Editor’s note: This is the fifth and final article in our series on AI in retail (though we’ll continue to cover the tech and its impact on an ongoing basis). Check out our previous coverage of the consumer attitudes toward AI , store design applications , customer-facing applications and AI’s operational impact. Soon, we journalists are going to need AI-powered solutions just to keep up with all the information about AI.
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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.
Inside Retail
APRIL 13, 2023
Australian luggage brand July has opened a flagship store in Melbourne’s QV Centre. Designed by architect Ewert Leaf and builders Trust Projects – who created the famous pastry brand Lune Croissanterie stores – the flagship references “the golden era of travel”. The store stocks the brand’s colourful, functional range of luggage and bags along with travel accessories and offers personalisation design service in-store.
Retail Dive
APRIL 12, 2023
Walmart has traditionally favored operating in suburban and rural areas, and is pulling back on its smaller Neighborhood Market locations.
Retail Focus
APRIL 11, 2023
Liverpool is set to welcome Space NK, the global luxury cosmetics retailer, as it prepares to open its first-ever city store in the heart of Liverpool ONE. The new addition will be joining an array of premium lifestyle brands on the prestigious Peter’s Lane. Scheduled to open its doors in June, Space NK Liverpool ONE promises to feature a curated collection of over one hundred of the most sought-after, innovative and cutting-edge beauty brands.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 13, 2023
Adore Me has partnered with Carbonfact to reduce its carbon footprint. The retailer will conduct a Dynamic Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) throughout its product mix and identify key areas, from raw materials to supplier selection, which will enable at-scale eco-design to produce accessible and affordable low-environmental-impact lingerie. Adore Me began deploying Carbonfact in November 2022 and has since fully integrated the solution provider’s technology into its ecosystem.
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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.
Inside Retail
APRIL 12, 2023
Wesfarmers has sold all of its remaining shares in the supermarket chain, Coles Group, which it spun off in 2018. “Since the demerger of Coles from Wesfarmers in November 2018, Wesfarmers has gradually reduced its shareholding in Coles,” said the company in a statement. According to Reuters, the deal value is estimated at $688 million or $18.50 per share.
Retail Dive
APRIL 12, 2023
Small chains are most at risk due to lack of capital to build an omnichannel offering.
Retail Focus
APRIL 11, 2023
TAG Heuer has opened its first standalone boutique in Birmingham’s iconic Bullring shopping centre, showcasing a sleek 1,400 sq ft store designed by the brand’s in-house team in Switzerland. The minimalist design combines grey tones with smoked mirrors and hints of blue, reflecting the brand’s Monaco heritage, while sustainably sourced stone and wooden elements pay homage to its Swiss roots of craftsmanship.
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