The Federal Court found although Myer misled shareholders, shareholders weren’t fooled.
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Myer misled the market, but the market didn’t believe it. The judgment provides a road map for future class actions.
Myer’s place in the marketplace, and in the mind of the consumer, remains unclear.
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What is lacking is Myer’s heritage, and the need for this to be carefully reframed and updated for the present day.
Private equity IPOs can over-perform for investors.
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Private equity-backed floats may not deserve the bad reputation they have.
The virtual reality service incorporates both vision and touch.
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A new shopping experience from two retailing giants shows companies are embracing sensory marketing.
An extended federal election alone won’t be enough to derail consumer confidence.
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Fears from retailers that shoppers will curtail purchases is generally unfounded - but not for a few categories.
Myer uses a labour hire firm to supply its store cleaners.
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Australia’s law could be tightened up to better define the responsibility for labour hire workers.
Bland or grand?
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The reduction of brands at major department stores could actually be a good thing for customers.
Myer chief Bernie Brookes became the latest senior executive to resign from the company this week as it struggles to adjusts to a new economy.
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Firms can choose to manage for growth or cost cutting, but either way need to know what they are good at.
Collateral benefit, or just good business sense?
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Retailer David Jones has found itself in the middle of ongoing market intrigue since last year, spurred on by a merger approach from Myer. The advance was rejected without shareholders being made aware…
David Jones plans to reinforce its position as a high-end retailer by downsizing stores and focusing on customer service.
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The recent proclamation by David Jones CEO Paul Zahra that traditional department stores are likely to become smaller, fashion-focused and devoid of low-margin items reflects the various competitive influences…
David Jones’ 40% full year profit slump shows time is running out to embrace the sort of technology shoppers clearly want.
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David Jones’ 40% full-year profit plunge sends a very clear message to the Australian retail sector: if you want to perform you need to reform. Such reform means a number changes to aspects of a retailer’s…