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Ex-David Jones head of merchandise joins pureplay retailer’s advisory committee.

The fashion industry is playing catch-up to millennials’ “need it now” syndrome.

DDS chain looks to a customer-first strategy that widens its price differential with competitors.

US giant’s ‘North Star’ trails Aussie innovations.

Conglomerate’s leadership has taken “decisive action” to cut costs at and reset the ailing business.

US discount department store operator to shutter more stores.

Upmarket stationery chain pens deal with luxury department store retailer.

This time, analysts say the conglomerates’ DDS-chains should be more alarmed than specialty retailers like JB Hi-Fi.

Some respite for food and fashion retailers while other parts of the sector continue to struggle in latest ABS figures.

Slump in consumer spending is expected to continue throughout the year as a major headwind for retailers.

Chilly winds of current economic climate are blowing through the retail industry and shaping major boardroom decisions.

As demonstrated by the likes of Under Armour, Nordstrom, and Best Buy – what does not kill you does make you stronger.