As we support the retail community through this critical holiday trading period, new insights reinforce that this holiday season will see a focus on the value-driven, bargain-savvy consumer. The ARA and
Yesterday, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) increased the cash rate 25 basis points to 4.35%, in a significant blow for the retail industry heading into the all-important Christmas and
This week, the ARA, in collaboration with our principal partner, American Express, released our second Small Retail Index – highlighting how SMB retailers are performing in the current economic landscape.
Data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today revealed headline inflation rose 1.2% in the September quarter, up from 0.8% in the June quarter, fuelling concerns of another
This is an intense month as we wrestle with the outcomes of the Voice referendum alongside the tragic situation in the Middle East. With so many Australians directly and indirectly
Tomorrow, we host our annual ARA Christmas Insights Breakfast in Sydney – heralding in the all-important holiday trading period for our sector. We will share first-to-market seasonal data insights and
There was some welcome reprieve for the retail sector this week, with the Reserve Bank of Australia holding cash rates at 4.1% for the fourth consecutive month. We know how
We’re approaching the final pitstop before Christmas trading ramps up – Halloween. This week, the ARA in collaboration with Roy Morgan, revealed a positive projection ahead for the spooky celebration.
Safe Work Australia (SWA) has introduced new resources that address Work Health and Safety (WHS) obligations in outsourcing setups. This comes as a timely update for businesses, including those in
Last week, the ARA convened our inaugural Retail Crime Symposium, bringing together representatives from the nation’s top major retailers face-to-face to address this pressing issue. Distinguished speakers at the symposium
