Walmart, the retail giant, has recently launched its latest private label brand, Bettergoods, marking the company's largest private brand food launch in 20 years. This move signals Walmart's strategic shift towards elevating its private label offerings to cater to the evolving preferences of its customers.Read More

Aldi, the popular discount supermarket chain, is turning to the public for help in finding the best locations for its upcoming store openings. The company has launched a new initiative called "Next New Store" that invites customers to suggest where they think Aldi should open new stores across Britain.Read More

U.S. investors have shown a renewed interest in London's commercial property market, with spending reaching its highest level in eight years. According to data from BNP Paribas Real Estate, U.S.-based investors spent 1.9 billion pounds ($2.4 billion) on London commercial property in the first quarter of 2023 - a six-fold increase from the previous year.Read More

Nordstrom, the iconic American department store chain, is making a bold move to transform its online presence and cement its position in the ever-evolving retail landscape. According to recent reports, Nordstrom.com is aiming to become the “Spotify of fashion” by launching a new marketplace platform.The key driver behind this strategic shift is Nordstrom’s desire to...Read More

Despite JD Sports Fashion Plc's (JD) impressive financial performance, with a record profit before tax of £991.4m and the acquisition of 1,169 Hibbett Sports stores in the U.S., the company's stock value has experienced a decline, dropping from £175.15 on December 14th to around £118 at the time of writing.Read More

WeWork, the once-hyped coworking company infamous for its dramatic downfall, is back in the news with a glimmer of hope. They recently secured a cool $450 million in financing from Yardi, a leading real estate software company. This significant funding round raises questions about the future of the company and the coworking industry as a...Read More

The retail landscape is ever-evolving, and the latest developments from Aldi and Lidl suggest a shift in their UK expansion strategies.Read More

French luxury giant Kering's recent sales decline has sent ripples through the fashion industry. With Gucci, a major revenue driver, experiencing a slowdown, it begs the question: is this an isolated incident or a harbinger of a shift in the luxury retail market?Read More

Stepping Up the Game: Dutch Retailers Leading the Experiential Revolution Forget passive browsing – these stores are all about creating engaging, interactive environments that leave a lasting impression.Read More

The luxury sector is witnessing a transformative era where conglomerates like LVMH are not just shaping consumer trends but also the very districts they inhabit. LVMH’s recent strategic moves in real estate acquisition are a testament to their vision of creating luxury plazas and redefining urban centersRead More