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April 22, 2026 Retail Media in 2026: What Shoppers Actually Want | Michael Schuh, dunnhumby
This episode is a paid partnership with dunnhumby.
What do shoppers actually want from retail media?
Read the full research here:
https://resources.dunnhumby.com/retail-media-report-2026/
That’s the question at the centre of this week’s episode of The Retail Podcast, where I sit down with Michael Schuh, Global Head of Media at dunnhumby.
There’s a lot of noise in retail media right now. A lot of talk about networks, monetisation, adtech stacks and measurement. But this conversation goes somewhere more useful: back to the shopper.
Built around dunnhumby’s latest research, we get into what customers are really saying about trust, relevance, personalization, savings, and why so much of the industry still feels upside down when it comes to in-store media.
A few things that stood out:
shoppers are open to sharing data, but only when the value is obvious
personalization works best when it reflects actual behaviour, not lazy assumptions
savings and relevance still matter enormously
if most engagement still happens in-store, why is so little media investment going there?
Michael brings the data. I try to bring the questions retail leaders are already asking behind closed doors.
If you work in retail, grocery, shopper marketing, media, loyalty or digital transformation, this is well worth your time.
If you enjoy the episode, subscribe to The Retail Podcast for more conversations with the people shaping the future of retail.
#RetailMedia #RetailMediaNetworks #Retail #GroceryRetail #dunnhumby #Personalization #ShopperMarketing #RetailInnovation #CommerceMedia #InStoreMedia

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Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
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27min
April 20, 2026 Retail Crime, JD.com, Carrefour Africa & Macy’s Closures | World Retail Signals
In this episode of World Retail Signals, co-hosts Ian McGarrigle, Chairman at World Retail Congress, and Niamh Stone, Programme Director at World Retail Congress, join Alex to unpack the retail developments shaping leadership thinking across the UK, Europe, Africa and the US.
The conversation opens with the rise in shop crime across the UK and Europe, and why retailers are increasingly framing it not just as shrink, but as a serious worker safety issue. The episode explores how retailers are responding through store-level security investment, AI-enabled monitoring, and stronger collaboration with governments and law enforcement.
The discussion then turns to the UK consumer electronics and home appliances sector, including strong results from AO and leadership change at Currys, before examining the implications of JD.com’s Ceconomy move and what it could mean for the European retail landscape.
Other themes include:
Why retailers such as Uniqlo and Sephora are re-entering markets with sharper positioning
Gymshark’s experiential expansion in the US
Carrefour’s franchise-led growth in Africa, including Nigeria and Ghana
The “story of two halves” in US retail, where Macy’s store closures sit alongside expansion from TJ Maxx and Trader Joe’s
This episode is a sharp look at retail strategy, physical store investment, international expansion and the signals retail leaders should be watching now.
Subscribe for more analysis from World Retail Signals and World Retail Congress.
Chapter timestamps
00:00 Introduction
00:41 Shop crime rises across the UK and Europe
01:03 From shrink to retail worker safety
01:37 Security investment, AI monitoring and police collaboration
02:10 AO growth and Currys leadership transition
03:26 JD.com, Ceconomy and consumer electronics competition
04:36 Uniqlo and Sephora re-enter markets with stronger positioning
05:17 Gymshark expands with experiential retail in the US
06:45 Carrefour grows in Africa with Nigeria franchise partnership
08:52 Macy’s closures vs TJ Maxx and Trader Joe’s expansion
10:14 Are department stores really in decline?
10:55 Why physical retail investment still matters
11:15 Closing remarks
Host bio
Ian McGarrigle is Chairman at World Retail Congress and co-host of World Retail Signals, where he tracks the trends, operators and market shifts shaping global retail.
Niamh Stone is Programme Director at World Retail Congress and co-host of World Retail Signals, bringing perspective on the strategic themes and executive conversations driving the sector.
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/
Contact: [email protected]
#RetailTrends #APACRetail #AIinRetail #FiveThingsFriday #TheRetailPodcast #thefutureofretailguy
...more
12min
April 17, 2026 The Future of Retail: Gymshark Gyms, Selfridges VIP Strategy & Loyalty Reinvented
Retail is undergoing a fundamental shift—from product-driven transactions to experience-led ecosystems.
In this episode of 5 Things Friday, we break down the most important retail trends shaping 2026:
Gymshark is launching its first physical gym, signalling a move from apparel brand to community-driven experience platform.
Selfridges is doubling down on ultra-premium retail with its exclusive VSP ecosystem, blending luxury, access, and loyalty.
Vodafone and Three are rolling out co-branded retail stores, rethinking the role of the high street.
We also explore the macro shift in consumer behaviour:
Shoppers are splitting into essential vs discretionary spending—forcing brands to rethink how they create value, loyalty, and engagement.
If you’re in retail, ecommerce, brand strategy, or marketing—this episode gives you a clear view of what’s coming next.
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🔗 SOURCES & REFERENCES
Vodafone retail rollout:
https://www.vodafone.co.uk/newscentre/press-release/roll-out-of-multi-brand-retail-stores-begins-commits-to-uk-high-street/
Selfridges 40 Duke concept:
https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/stores/40-duke/
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:01 Global retail conversations & audience growth
01:27 Gymshark launches physical gym
02:16 Rise of experiential retail (Dior, Lululemon, Alo)
02:48 Belonging vs transactions
03:26 Key retail trends shaping the industry
04:25 Consumer split: essential vs discretionary
05:21 Why loyalty is now a system, not a tactic
05:46 Selfridges VSP & 40 Duke explained
06:38 Inside luxury retail experiences
07:37 Tiered access, status & exclusivity
08:27 Gamified loyalty systems
09:08 Retail as destination
10:10 Department store reinvention
11:14 Vodafone & Three retail strategy
11:58 Event insights & closing thoughts💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION Which trend discussed today do you think will impact the industry most? Let us know in the comments below!
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/
Contact: [email protected]
#RetailTrends #APACRetail #AIinRetail #FiveThingsFriday #TheRetailPodcast #thefutureofretailguy
...more
14min
April 17, 2026 AI Is Rewriting Retail: AEO, Zero-Click Commerce & China’s Expansion Strategy
AI is fundamentally changing how consumers search, discover, and buy.
In this Asia-Pacific edition of 5 Things Friday, we explore the next wave of retail transformation:
* The rise of Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) and how AI search is replacing traditional SEO
* Why zero-click commerce is reshaping customer journeys and reducing friction
* China’s rapid retail and technology expansion into Southeast Asia
* How super apps like WeChat and Alipay are redefining loyalty and ecosystems
* The growth of experiential retail brands like Chagee (霸王茶姬) across Asia-Pacific
We also break down the most important shift:
👉 The move from search engines to AI-driven answers—and why trust, structured data, and human content now matter more than ever.
If you’re in retail, ecommerce, marketing, or AI strategy, this episode will help you understand where the industry is heading next.
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🔗 KEY THEMES DISCUSSED
* Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) vs Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
* Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO)
* Zero-click customer journeys
* AI-driven retail discovery
* China’s retail expansion into Southeast Asia
* Trust, content, and human-led differentiation
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS (CLEANED & ACCURATE)
00:00 Intro – APAC Edition
00:00:43 AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation) Explained
00:01:29 AI Search & Retail Discovery Shift
00:01:52 Marketplaces Leading (Shopee, Lazada)
00:02:15 Trusted Brands in AI Results (Nike, IKEA, Walmart)
00:02:39 Content Indexing & “Online-to-Online” Behaviour
00:03:28 Gen Z Search Behaviour (Philippines & Indonesia)
00:04:10 China Retail Market Update (Hangzhou Visit)
00:05:02 Chinese Tech Expanding into Southeast Asia
00:06:01 AI, Pricing & Retail Competition in China
00:07:20 Zero-Click Commerce Explained
00:08:28 Trust vs Convenience in Customer Journeys
00:10:13 Chagee Expansion Across APAC
00:12:10 Experiential Retail & Premium Tea Stores
00:13:00 AI Glossary: AEO, GEO & AI Search Evolution
00:14:12 Human Content vs AI Content Debate
00:15:17 Closing Thoughts
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/
Contact: [email protected]
#RetailTrends #APACRetail #AIinRetail #FiveThingsFriday #TheRetailPodcast #thefutureofretailguy
...more
16min
April 13, 2026 World Retail Signals: The New Rules of Retail (AI, Stores, Profit)
World Retail Signals breaks down the retail shifts that matter most right now.
In this episode, Alex is joined by Ian McGarrigle, Chairman at World Retail Congress, and Niamh Stone, Programme Director at World Retail Congress, to explore the trends reshaping global retail — from AI-driven discovery and stronger store leadership to sustainability, profitability, and the return of physical retail.
They unpack why search is changing, why frontline teams matter more than ever, and why retailers are shifting from chasing scale to driving more value per customer.
A sharp weekly take on the signals shaping retail next.
Here’s an even tighter version if you want it more YouTube-native:
World Retail Signals is your weekly read on the biggest shifts in global retail.
Alex is joined by Ian McGarrigle, Chairman at World Retail Congress, and Niamh Stone, Programme Director at World Retail Congress, to unpack AI-driven discovery, store performance, sustainability, profitability, and the retail trends leaders need to watch now.
A fast, focused look at what’s shaping retail next.
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/
Contact: [email protected]
#RetailTrends #APACRetail #AIinRetail #FiveThingsFriday #TheRetailPodcast #thefutureofretailguy
...more
14min
April 10, 2026 Adidas x ASOS, Experiential Retail & Uber Eats Loyalty Shift | Five Things Friday
Physical retail isn’t dead, boring retail is.
This episode breaks down the smart retail moves winning right now: collabs, pop-ups, experiences, and loyalty that works across ecosystems.

In this episode of Five Things Friday, the conversation covers the retail stories shaping the week — from Adidas and ASOS taking their collaboration into physical retail, to the continued rise of experience-led stores, regional expansion, pop-up strategy, and loyalty programs becoming more flexible and currency-like.

The episode opens with Simon, co-founder and CEO of Need It For Tonight, who explains how the business powers instant retail delivery through both a marketplace app and a rapid delivery checkout plugin for retailers.

From there, the discussion moves through five standout themes:

Adidas x ASOS expanding womenswear collaboration into physical retail
Why more brands are borrowing each other’s channels instead of owning everything themselves
Why physical retail still works when the experience is strong
New store and pop-up concepts from Boots, FatFace, and Refy
Why Nectar points being used on Uber and Uber Eats could signal a major shift in loyalty strategy

This episode is a sharp snapshot of what modern retail looks like right now: more collaborative, more experiential, more local, and more integrated into everyday customer behavior.

Chapter timestamps

00:00 Intro and rough start to Five Things Friday
00:17 Guest intro: Simon from Need It For Tonight
00:32 What Need It For Tonight does: instant delivery infrastructure for retail
00:51 Adidas and ASOS expand their womenswear collaboration
01:15 Why physical retail matters for a digital-first brand like ASOS
01:36 Brands borrowing each other’s channels instead of owning everything
02:18 Bigger baskets: full looks, accessories, and considered audience strategy
02:46 Why physical retail is performing when experience is strong
03:42 The rise of third spaces and brands expanding beyond London
03:50 Boots launches a more premium opticians concept
04:08 Different ways brands are selling the same category through experience
04:52 FatFace expansion in regional locations
05:23 Refy’s Soho pop-up and turning customer service into an experience
06:13 Nectar points can now be used on Uber and Uber Eats
06:44 Why loyalty is starting to behave more like currency
07:29 Why this is smart for both Sainsbury’s and Uber
08:08 What’s coming next week and closing thoughts
#Retail #Ecommerce #RetailStrategy #Loyalty #PhysicalRetail #BrandCollabs #ExperientialRetail

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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.

What to expect:

Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.

Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).

Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.

As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.

🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/

📲 CONNECT WITH US

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/

Contact: [email protected]

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9min
April 10, 2026 Amazon’s New Surcharge, Re-Commerce Growth & The Retail Energy Shock | Five Things Friday APAC
In this episode of Five Things Friday APAC Edition, Ryf Quail, Managing Director of NRF APAC, is joined by Ngai Yuen Low, Managing Director of AEON360, for a sharp discussion on the retail issues shaping the region right now.
They unpack Amazon’s planned 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge, why that move could redefine platform economics, and how shipping is shifting from a hidden backend cost to a visible commercial lever.
The conversation also explores the rise of re-commerce across APAC, with strong growth in smartphones, electronics, fashion resale, and luxury, plus the role of Gen Z and government policy in accelerating adoption.

They then turn to returns, customer trust, and why return policies matter even more during periods of uncertainty and cash preservation.
The episode closes with a broader debate on fuel dependency, supply shocks, government response, renewable strategy, inflation-aware retail journeys, and how retailers can stay aligned with changing customer realities.
Topics covered
Amazon’s 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge
Why shipping is becoming a core retail cost
Re-commerce growth in APAC
Private label, value-seeking customers, and trade-down behavior
Returns as a trust and margin battleground
Power Retail and Click Frenzy liquidation in Australia
Energy disruption and what it means for retail
Renewable strategy and operational resilience
Inflation-aware CRM and customer journey design
#Retail #Ecommerce #APAC #Amazon #Recommerce #ReverseCommerce #RetailStrategy #Logistics #Returns #NRFAPAC #AEON360

Chapter timestamps
These are drawn from the topic shifts in the transcript.

00:00 Intro: Five Things Friday APAC Edition
00:31 Amazon’s 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge
02:14 Customers trading down and the rise of re-commerce
03:54 Returns, trust, and cash preservation in uncertain times
05:11 Power Retail and Click Frenzy liquidation in Australia
06:53 Why this podcast started: spotting retail shifts early
07:30 Global e-commerce scale and retail channel reality
08:12 Sustainability, renewable materials, and retail transition
08:48 Fuel dependency and the coming energy shock
10:35 How retailers should respond to inflation and stress
11:36 Government intervention, fuel prioritization, and market differences
13:23 Closing thoughts: renewables, resilience, and standing with customers
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Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.

What to expect:

Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.

Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).

Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.

As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.

🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/

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15min
April 07, 2026 Part 2 Top 10 Most Innovative Retail Stores in the World | From Pop Mart to Louis Vuitton
In Part 2 of this conversation, Matthew Brown — Retail Trend Futurist & Keynote Speaker — joins Alex to break down some of the most innovative retail concepts in the world right now.
From Pop Mart in Bangkok and Nespresso’s Flatiron flagship to Restoration Hardware, Gentle Monster, and Louis Vuitton’s immersive Shanghai concept, this episode explores how leading brands are transforming physical retail into something far bigger than a store.
Topics covered in this episode include:
experiential retail
flagship store innovation
hospitality in retail
social-first store design
storytelling through physical space
retail trends shaping Gen Z and Gen Alpha
the future of luxury and lifestyle retail
Matthew explains why the most successful stores today are built around immersion, surprise, local relevance, and shareability — and why Asia continues to set the pace for retail innovation globally.
Brands and concepts discussed include Pop Mart, Nespresso, Restoration Hardware, Gentle Monster, Louis Vuitton, Zara, and Lefties.
If you work in retail, brand, customer experience, design, innovation, or commercial strategy, this episode is packed with practical insight and standout examples.
#RetailInnovation #MatthewBrown #FutureOfRetail #StoreDesign #ExperientialRetail #LuxuryRetail #CustomerExperience
Chapter Timestamps
00:00 Pop Mart and Asia’s social-first retail model
00:47 Why the Pop Mart Bangkok flagship stands out
01:35 Local design, hospitality, and retail theatre
02:22 Nespresso’s Flatiron flagship in New York
03:10 The basement lounge, vinyl, and hidden speakeasy
03:46 Bringing coffee to life through scent and storytelling
04:26 Restoration Hardware and aspirational lifestyle retail
06:01 How Gentle Monster inspired a new flagship vision
07:06 Inside House Nowhere and immersive concept retail
08:41 Why Gentle Monster was ranked number two
09:07 Louis Vuitton’s standout retail spectacle in Shanghai
10:46 Can retail keep getting more innovative?
11:06 One store that just missed the top ten
11:33 Closing thoughts
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Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
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Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
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Contact: [email protected]
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12min
April 07, 2026 World Retail Signals: AI, Store Reinvention, Loyalty & Retail Trends Across Europe, Asia and the US
Welcome to World Retail Signals, the podcast from World Retail Congress, hosted by Ian McGarrigle, Chairman at World Retail Congress, and Niamh Stone, Programme Director at World Retail Congress.

In this episode, the conversation spans Europe, Asia and the US, exploring the retail signals shaping decision-making right now. The discussion covers the reinvention of physical stores, the rise of data and loyalty ecosystems, how AI is being applied across retail, the growing importance of customer-first innovation, and the evolving impact of recommerce, demand planning and consumer behaviour.

Key themes in this episode include:

Why the physical store must evolve beyond a transactional space
How retailers are rethinking store formats and omnichannel experiences
The growing role of loyalty, retail media and AI-driven personalization
Why retailers must balance personalization with consumer trust
What leaders in Asia are signaling about the future of AI in retail
How AI could help tackle overproduction and waste
Why every AI decision should be measured against customer value
Retail insights from the US, including GLP-1-driven consumer behaviour shifts, recommerce, and the future of demand sensing

If you work in retail leadership, strategy, innovation, stores, ecommerce, customer experience, supply chain or brand growth, this episode gives you a sharp view of the ideas shaping the sector now.

Hosts:
Ian McGarrigle – Chairman, World Retail Congress
Niamh Stone – Programme Director, World Retail Congress

Subscribe for more global retail insight from World Retail Signals.
Chapter Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to World Retail Signals
00:01 Meet Niamh Stone
00:01 Meet Ian McGarrigle
00:02 Europe signal: reinventing the physical store
00:03 Ikea and the shift to smaller city-centre formats
00:04 Loyalty ecosystems, data and retail media
00:05 Asia signal: AI and the future of retail
00:06 Project B, lifestyle and sport-meets-retail
00:07 Using AI to reduce overproduction and waste
00:08 The customer-first test for AI in retail
00:09 US retail signals from Shoptalk
00:10 GLP-1s, consumer behaviour and recommerce
00:11 Personalized stores, changing formats and demand sensing
00:12 Closing thoughts

#Retail #RetailTrends #AI #WorldRetailSignals #RetailInnovation #Omnichannel #RetailMedia #Loyalty #Recommerce #PhysicalRetail
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Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, WRC, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.

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As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.

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13min
April 03, 2026 Retail Trends UK: Selfridges Pop-Ups, Dyson’s Bold Move, New Look & Peachy Den
Retail is evolving fast and this week’s UK retail breakdown covers the strategies brands are using to stay relevant, drive footfall, and win customers.
We unpack five key retail stories shaping the industry right now:
Selfridges’ Golden Goose pop-up turning retail into theatre
Prada activating experiential retail in London
Peachy Den expanding with a strong community-led strategy
New Look investing in omnichannel “omni hub” stores
Dyson entering outlet retail to capture value-driven shoppers
From experiential retail and community-first brands to outlet strategy and in-store tech, this episode breaks down what’s actually working—and why.
If you're in retail, eCommerce, or brand strategy, this is your weekly signal check on where the industry is heading.
🔗 Featured Links
Golden Goose x Selfridges: https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/inspiration/golden-goose-corner-shop/
Pop-up video: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DWi-Vq4jP4v/
Peachy Den: https://www.peachyden.co.uk/
New Look: https://www.newlookgroup.com/
Dyson at Bicester Village: https://www.thebicestercollection.com/bicester-village/en/brands/dyson/
📌 Topics Covered
Retail trends UK
Experiential retail
Pop-up strategy
Omnichannel retail
Outlet retail strategy
Fashion brand growth
Consumer behaviour shifts
⏱️ CHAPTER TIMESTAMPS (Transcript-accurate)
00:00 Intro & Show Kickoff
00:17 Welcome Back & Host Catch-Up
00:49 ShopTalk Mention (Skipped for UK Focus)
01:09 Simon Intro & Made It Overview
01:42 Selfridges x Golden Goose Pop-Up
02:30 Retail as Theatre & Experiential Strategy
03:04 Prada Pop-Up at Selfridges
04:17 Peachy Den Store Expansion
05:42 New Look Omnichannel Concept Store
06:50 Dyson Enters Outlet Retail (Bicester Village)
08:02 Dyson Dupes & Value-Conscious Consumers
08:40 Outlet Strategy & Economic Context
09:25 Wrap-Up & Outro💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION Which trend discussed today do you think will impact the industry most? Let us know in the comments below!
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ABOUT THIS CHANNEL Welcome to the official channel of The Retail Podcast, your hub for global retail intelligence.
Whether you are an executive refining your strategy, a vendor connecting with major players, or an innovator tracking the latest tech, this channel connects you to the pulse of the industry.
What to expect:
Expert Analysis: Breaking down insights from major global conferences like NRF, Shoptalk, Web Summit, MAPIC; Euroshop and EuroCIS.
Diverse Perspectives: Hosted by a rotation of industry veterans and regional experts (APAC, US, EU).
Actionable Strategy: We move beyond the headlines to discuss real ROI, digital transformation, and the future of commerce—from AI agents to luxury fashion and grocery trends.
As part of the RetailNews.AI ecosystem, we help you cut through the noise to find what actually works in modern retail.
🌐 GET MORE INSIGHTS Visit our knowledge hub: https://retailnews.ai/
📲 CONNECT WITH US
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-retail-podcast/
Contact: [email protected]
#RetailTrends #APACRetail #AIinRetail #FiveThingsFriday #TheRetailPodcast #thefutureofretailguy
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10min

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