Category Archives: Global Retailing

Read about how domestic and foreign retailers are performing around the world.

Reshaping Retail the Ahold Way

Ahold is a leading global food retailer. In Europe, it comprises Albert Heijn,  Etos, Gall & Gall, albert.nl, and Albert/Hypernova, and Bol.com. In the U.S., Ahold operates Giant Carlisle, Giant Landover, Stop & Shop, and the Peapod online business. Recently, Klaus Behrenbeck … Continue reading

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Retail Rents on the Rise Again: The Example of Hong Kong

We know that the cost to rent retail space can be high; and rent varies widely based on the desirability of the location. For instance, the annual rent for a 20,000-foot U.S. retail location in a less desirable area may … Continue reading

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Global Retail: The Future of Digital

The digital era is booming globally for retailers and their customers. Retail Touchpoints reports that: “As many as 90% of consumers say they trust online recommendations for products; and up to 25% of social media shoppers say they use social … Continue reading

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