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RBA rates pause gives retailers opportunity to “find their bearings”
The RBA has paused interest rates at 4.1% with the National Retail Association welcoming the opportunity for retailers to find their bearings.
Fears for SME as minimum wage rises
The Fair Work Commission is set to increase minimum wage with retail groups opposing the change with concern for struggling retailers.
Experts express concern over January sales statistics
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have released January retail sales figures showing significant growth, with industry experts cautioning these sales increases reflect rising costs.
Australians set to spend $9 billion on Black Friday Cyber Monday sales
Australian consumers are set to spend big this year with the NRA predicting a $9 billion spend over the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales period.
Dominique Lamb Departs as CEO of National Retail Association
Dominique Lamb is leaving her role as CEO of the National Retail Association. She has been in the position for seven years, and shared the news on LinkedIn.
Retail Turnover Up 0.2%, but Experts Warn of “Challenging” Times
It has been a challenging few months for Australians, with inflation affecting consumer confidence and buying intentions for several weeks. Despite the current uncertainty surrounding the landscape, retail turnover has lifted for another consecutive month.
Retailer Turnover Is Up For Fifth Consecutive Month – But For How Long?
Retail sales have increased once again, now hitting another record level for the month of May, the Australian Bureau of Statistics has shared. But how long will it last?
Retail Sales for April Up 9.6 Percent YoY
Retail sales have increased by 0.9 percent in April; a sign of continued recovery with three consecutive increases over the year. This is up 9.6 percent compared to the same period in 2021 and is breaking the previous record set a month earlier.
Online Represents 9.1% of Retail Spend in May 2021
Retail sales are up 0.4 percent in May, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, which is up from the preliminary results of 0.1 percent earlier in the month.
The Winners of the National Retail Awards 2020 Announced
The winners of the virtual National Retail Awards have been announced for the year. Hosted the National Retail Association (NRA), the virtual event presented the 'best and brightest' of the retail industry across Australia.
Mys Tyler Launches Innovative AI Stylist Feature
Fashion Startup Mys Tyler has unveiled its new generative AI feature. We spoke to founder and CEO Sarah Neill to find out more.
BNPL Legislation Delayed
BNPL industry regulations will not be brought into law this calendar year as the government delays the process into 2024.
Alice McCall Faces Scrutiny for SHEIN Partnership
Aussie designer Alice McCall has made her comeback with a new collection and an unlikely collaborator which has been met with scrutiny from fans and critics alike.
Solving the Major Challenges Faced in Omni-channel Retail
The omni-channel experience introduces new challenges. Retailers need to focus on three critical optimisations to ensure a frictionless customer experience.
Key Takeaways from BigCommerce’s 2023 Customer Experience Report: What Online Shoppers Want from Brands
We identified three key strategies for retailers to meet — and exceed — shopper expectations going into peak season from BigCommerce’s 2023 Customer Experience Report: What Online Shoppers Want from Brands.
The Rise of Delivery Choices – What consumers want and how to exceed their expectations
HUBBED compiles three valuable insights on consumer preferences and expectations on their post purchase parcel delivery experience from its recent report, The Rise of Delivery Choices.
