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World Retail Congress 2024: Let’s Get Hyperphysical

From Primark to Nike and Printemps, the World Retail Congress analysed how retailers are seducing passers-by with innovative in-store experiences and a new sense of purpose.

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Beauty

The Space: Retail Therapy

In an effort to further close the health gap, retailers are finding ways to bring mental healthcare and support to our high streets. Earlier this year, British department store group Selfridges launched Superself, a wellbeing initiative designed to help clients rest and rejuvenate while shopping.

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Retail

Stat: US seniors are losing interest in grocery e-commerce

While lockdown measures caused a surge in online grocery shopping among seniors, many are now returning to physical stores.

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Retail

AT Kearney predicts the future of retail is phygital

The future of retail remains predominantly phygital, according to a new report by AT Kearney. While bricks-and-mortar locations are where consumers find the most value through customer touchpoints, an integrated digital presence will help to boost sales.

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Fashion

Bangkok mall puts exclusivity at the centre of its offer

Thailand – The relaunched Siam Center in Bangkok will carry retail products that are uniquely available in its stores to drive footfall and encourage repeat visits.

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North America

On/Off Retail

US online retailer Gilt Groupe recently teamed up with GQ magazine to open a pop-up version of its men’s store Park & Bond in New York. For its Christmas 2011 shopping campaign, eBay opened a London pop-up store, inviting customers to shop for 200 best-sellers from its high-street retail brands including House of Fraser and The Entertainer. The…