Retail news: mall and brand expansion

From Gucci Garden to Amazon’s Just Walk Out, leading retailers turn stores into stages. Here’s why experience is now the strongest weapon in retail.

If you’ve been inside a shopping mall recently, you’ve probably noticed QR codes popping up everywhere on posters, food court tables, even on the back of parking tickets.

Retail media networks are reshaping global advertising.

The world’s biggest fast-food business and the K-pop phenomenon are joining up again – and it’s not just a meal, it’s a cultural event.

Japanese fashion brands have become global forces in the industry, each leaving an indelible mark.

A raw, AI-generated IKEA ad concept showing the messy reality of everyday life just went viral—and it hits closer to home than most real campaigns.

Chinese shoe brands have gained recognition and popularity worldwide.

With such a big reputation for being a nation of fashion lovers, it is no surprise to see that Italy has a number of fantastic designer outlets spread across the country.

Despite global economic upheavals and adverse market conditions, the luxury retail category has demonstrated tenacity and adaptation.

KING CROSS Zagreb, a famous retail mall in Croatia’s capital, has completed the first phase of its ambitious redevelopment project.

By opening its first location in Australia, Wendy’s is marking a new chapter for the fast-food behemoth and making a significant worldwide jump.

Although visits to malls dropped year-over-year in December, this did not stop the industry from showing great general performance in 2024.