Looking back at what made headlines this week.

Every weekend, the EmSphere shopping mall in Bangkok transforms into a haven for Butterbear enthusiasts. The post How a cute mascot turned Thai bakery chain Butterbear into a phenomenon appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

Businesses that fail to meet the needs of their diverse customers are missing out on sales and customer loyalty, study shows.

Aussie dollar falls sharply against US counterpart.

How do the heads of Australian companies feel about the economic outlook?

Restructuring gives sport and leisure goods retailer huge boost in profit.

Consumers with less to spend naturally seek out the lowest prices possible - something that bloated traditional retailers simply can't compete on.

Here, Sheike general manager Sarah Kennedy discusses the business' soon-to-come Adelaide store and plans for further expansion. The post The rise of Sheike: From Sydney market stall to style authority appeared first on Inside Retail.

Aussie dollar is slightly slower than the US dollar.

Former VP of the Fair Work Commission to speak candidly at NRA’s new forum series.

Women in the retail industry are still fighting against discrimination in the workplace.

Aussies' view of department store chain worsens.

Retailers react as fallout begins from penalty rates decision.

The store stocks men's and women's clothing, which will be available to customers right before Christmas. The post Polo Ralph Lauren expands Sydney footprint appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

For the first time in its history, Adidas’ net income tops €1 billion.

Department store retailer opens new store.

British department store suffers from slower trading and one off costs.

Kiwi-based operator changes divisions after rapid growth and acquisitions.

The challenge for retailers comes when there’s a disconnect between what values are posted on the staffroom wall and the reality.

Worldwide chain of apparel and home fashions confirms plans to Inside Retail.

Aussie dollar treads water against the US dollar.

3D printing technology, LED interactive touchscreens and more. The post Inside The Athlete’s Foot’s new flagship in Melbourne Central appeared first on Inside Retail.

Discounting rife as heat catches traders off guard.

Headless commerce has been called the future of retail. Here’s what you need to know about it. The post Here’s why Kmart, Koala and Comvita are all using headless commerce appeared first on Inside Retail.

Brian Walker on the 'scourge' of the retail proposition.