Mannequins are vital in retail for creating engaging window displays that attract customers and boost sales. Their lifelike designs enhance visual merchandising, showcasing apparel in creative and...

The article explores the emerging luxury retail market in India, highlighting its vast growth potential. Despite being in its nascent stage, India’s affluent consumers, especially in cities like...

The 2010 Global Powers of Retailing report highlights three key trends: 1) Retailers must strengthen multichannel strategies as online sales grow slowly, but social networking boosts marketing. 2)...

Women have become key drivers in retail growth, with their increasing independence, higher incomes, and decision-making power. Retailers are catering to women by offering quality, and convenience,...

E-retailing, initially developed in Europe, involves passive and interactive systems, focusing on customer convenience and technology. It thrives on factors like website effectiveness, goodwill, and...

Branding involves using names, symbols, or designs to distinguish products from competitors. A brand name identifies goods or services, while sales promotions offer incentives to encourage purchases. ...

Global retailing in fashion has evolved from local labels to international brands. Expanding into global markets involves strategic decisions on location, pricing, competitors, and cultural factors....

Holiday sales showed mixed results globally. The US saw modest growth, with shoppers favoring smaller, practical items and online retailers. The EU had cautious spending, with discounts popular but...

Product diversification in the apparel industry complicates the supply chain, causing issues like reduced productivity, increased material waste and poor asset management. This complexity results in...

Retailers in India saw strong growth in operating profit margins and sales in the quarter ending September 2009, driven by cost-cutting measures, and improved consumer sentiment. Companies like...