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Return of the department store.

Return of the department store.

Department stores have had a very tough time of things over recent years as highlighted by the recent $2.65 billion purchase of US-based retailer Neiman Marcus by Canadian department store chain Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC)

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Why retailers are hoping that speculation will drive innovation.

Why retailers are hoping that speculation will drive innovation.

French sporting retailer Decathlon has launched a new subsidiary that is dedicated to identifying and developing people and businesses that share its values.

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Altavia launches Altavia AIR

Altavia launches Altavia AIR

Altavia, the leading marketing and communications group specializing in retail for over 40 years, is proud to announce the launch of its new offering dedicated to artificial intelligence: altavia.air.

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Grocery delivery services: Revolutionizing shopping or reinforcing laziness?

Grocery delivery services: Revolutionizing shopping or reinforcing laziness?

In the dynamic world of retail, two seasoned experts, Glynn Davis and Matthew Valentine, go head-to-head each month. This month, they spar over grocery delivery services!

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Sophie Engster, La Chambre Concept Store:

Sophie Engster, La Chambre Concept Store: "Positioning on made in France is not enough; you also need to build a real brand identity."

In 2023, Sophie Engster, General Manager of Chamberlan, and Elena Feit, founder of The Ethiquette, opened La Chambre Concept Store in Paris.

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Maison Empereur: The Marseillaise institution,

Maison Empereur: The Marseillaise institution, "Commerce of excellence".

Maison Empereur will soon celebrate its 200th anniversary! In nearly two centuries, the hardware store has grown from a small neighborhood shop to a renowned general store.

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