This week, Kmart MD, Guy Russo, has spoken to Inside Retail PREMIUM about the brand’s plans for the future, particularly online, admitting the retailer has been late to jump on the digital bandwagon.
Being a newcomer isn’t always bad news though, with the latest retailers to list on the Australian Stock Exchange giving the veterans a run for their money in the profits and growth stakes.
Back to online, this week we have news of a pureplay rebranding and another testing the waters of bricks and mortar.
Retail planning laws are also in the spotlight with a new report comparing Victoria with NSW.
In international news, Michael Kors is coping flack for being Mr Everywhere, Build-A-Bear rebuilds, and Lululemon is working out in a new territory.
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