Listen "Ep22 This Week in Ecommerce: Woolworths & Australia Day Controversy, Uniqlo’s phenomenal revenue growth, and the impact of shipping delays on ecommerce"
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Welcome to This Week in Ecommerce, your go-to podcast for the latest news and insights in the online retail world.
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In this episode, Mal Chia unpacks three major headlines reshaping the ecommerce industry:
Woolworths and Australia Day Controversy: Mal gives his stance on the recent decision by Woolworths not to stock Australia Day merchandise. He talks about the right of businesses in a democratic capitalist society to choose their product offerings.
Uniqlo's Phenomenal Revenue Growth: Mal starts off by talking about Uniqlo's massive revenue increment and then goes into examining Uniqlo's legal action against Shein for copying their viral handbag design. This segment explores the nuances of intellectual property rights in fashion and the broader implications for ecommerce retailers globally.
The Impending Logistical Tsunami in Australia: Analysing the compounded effects of ongoing labour disputes, manufacturing delays during the Lunar New Year in China, and pirate attacks on shipping routes. Understand how these global events are causing backlogs and increased costs, impacting the retail industry in Australia.
Tune in to gain valuable insights, stay informed, and engage with the evolving landscape of ecommerce!
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https://lu.ma/ValuePerceptionGap
In this episode, Mal Chia unpacks three major headlines reshaping the ecommerce industry:
Woolworths and Australia Day Controversy: Mal gives his stance on the recent decision by Woolworths not to stock Australia Day merchandise. He talks about the right of businesses in a democratic capitalist society to choose their product offerings.
Uniqlo's Phenomenal Revenue Growth: Mal starts off by talking about Uniqlo's massive revenue increment and then goes into examining Uniqlo's legal action against Shein for copying their viral handbag design. This segment explores the nuances of intellectual property rights in fashion and the broader implications for ecommerce retailers globally.
The Impending Logistical Tsunami in Australia: Analysing the compounded effects of ongoing labour disputes, manufacturing delays during the Lunar New Year in China, and pirate attacks on shipping routes. Understand how these global events are causing backlogs and increased costs, impacting the retail industry in Australia.
Tune in to gain valuable insights, stay informed, and engage with the evolving landscape of ecommerce!
If you found this episode helpful, please engage by following our podcast, dropping a comment, or sharing it with a friend.
Your support means the world to us!
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