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Frasers Group Steps In to Acquire Wiggle from Administration

365 Retail

Frasers Group has completed the acquisition of Wiggle, a prominent online retailer known for its comprehensive selection of cycling and sports equipment. This development comes as Wiggle faced financial challenges, leading to its administration.

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Wiser Insights: Navigating 2023’s Online Back-to-School Retail Trends

Wiser

This transition, coupled with the ongoing impact of the global pandemic, has necessitated a re-evaluation of strategies and approaches for businesses seeking to thrive in this evolving market. Understanding these changes and adapting effectively is crucial for retailers who aim to capitalize on this annual shopping event.

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Holiday Retail Trends 2023: Essential Insights for Online Brands & Retailers

Wiser

In fact, according to a survey done by Gallup , “Virtually all holiday shoppers, 93 percent, will buy at least some gifts online this year, including almost half who will purchase most (41 percent) or all (6 percent) of their holiday gifts from online retailers.” The appeal of online shopping is multifaceted.

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The 2024 Visual Merchandising and Display Show – A Testament to the Resilience and Evolution of Physical Retail

365 Retail

It’s not only retail-centric; representatives from the hospitality and leisure industries will also find tremendous value. The 2024 event introduces the innovative POPAI Zone, a dedicated space designed to offer brands, retailers, and industry experts a platform to explore cutting-edge trends and solutions in shopper marketing.

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Walking the Line: How a Post-Pandemic Retail Hybrid Might Make the Best of Both Worlds

Retail TouchPoints

Now, as retailers engage in a staggered return to business activity, and as lease renewals approach, tenants and owners are back to the drawing board, considering their strategy for the coming months. A Look at the Market. Researchers with the CBRE tracked APAC retailers as they shifted their business strategy.

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Why Experiential And Omnipresent Retail Will Help Traditional Stores Survive And Thrive

RTP blog

As co-founder and co-CEO Dave Gilboa told the Vancouver Sun : “We’ve always thought that shopping for eyewear should feel a little like browsing at a library — leisurely, filled with pleasant surprises, and better with friends alongside.” Take Japanese clothing retailer Uniqlo as an example.

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Why Brick-and-Mortar Is Good for Online Sales; Analysts Predict the Coming Holiday Season Will Be Good To Ecommerce

Sailthru

Analysts are forecasting a rosy holiday season for online retail this year, likely with some help from the omnichannel shoppers making brick-and-mortar an ecommerce driver. based realtor British Land has some hard numbers on the impact of a physical store on online sales, underscoring the growing impact of omnichannel retail.

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