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The online retailer said it was battling a subdued trading environment in its key trading markets, especially the United ...

SurfStitch losses to deepen

SurfStitch will run at least $5 million further into the red this year and will close its North American operations, the troubled fashion retailer has said.

Australians are visiting shopping centres less and less.

We are visiting shopping centres less and less

The number of shoppers at shopping centres, high street and discount shopping centres has fallen 4.4 per cent this year, compared with 2016, according to figures tracking people entering and exiting stores.

Gerry Harvey released 10-month sales figures for his retail network, showing 5.5 per cent total growth in total sales.

Harvey Norman hits back at sour sentiment

Harvey Norman has sought to improve investor confidence by releasing figures showing sales have grown despite signs of subdued spending and moderating house price growth.

Big W has close to 2 million customers each week and 21,000 employees.

Big W's big advertising slowdown

Troubled discount department store urged to look to Zara and Ikea for inspiration on how to generate excitement about its products.

Total sales in the three months to March 31 were down 3.3 per cent to $653 million.

Myer shares fall as store closures hit sales

Myer says the challenging retail environment, Cyclone Debbie and offering fewer discounts all crunched its sales last quarter, with revenue across the department store falling by more than $20 million.

Retail sales rose in January.

Retailers on verge of a 'recession'

There is no sign of respite for the nation's struggling retailers, particularly department stores, as shoppers refuse to spend in the face on an uncertain economy.

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