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Retail’s New Era: Resilience, Transformation, “Expannovation”

Remember when retail used to be as simple as “sell, profit, repeat?” Well, not anymore. Now, it’s all about expanding without overextending, innovating without alienating, and transforming without losing sight of the bottom line. Tough balance? Absolutely. But in 2025, it’s the only way forward.
Trump's 2025 tariff impact on global retail, Luxury brands adapting to new tariffs, Grocery sector changes due to tariffs

The New Era of Protectionism

How Trump's tariffs are reshaping global retail in 2025 - By Panos Linardos, Chairman, RLC Global Forum

The Affordability Imperative: Capitalizing on Value-Led Grocery Retail in the GCC

Discover the RLC Global Forum & Oliver Wyman’s Report on the Future of Grocery Retail in the region.

Visionary Leaders Honored at the Prestigious 2025 RLC Honors VIP Dinner in Diriyah

Celebrating excellence in retail and innovation at one of the industry’s most exclusive gatherings.

Collaboration and Leadership Take Center Stage at 2025 RLC Global Forum

The 2025 RLC Global Forum wrapped up in Riyadh after two days of high-level discussions, bringing together leaders from across the retail value chain, including industry partners, policymakers, and academia.

An Outlook of the US Holiday Spending Trends for 2024

U.S. holiday spending is set to rise, but the gains are uneven, driven by higher-income shoppers as others pull back. Retailers are stretching the season and tapping TikTok to spark demand, offering an early look at how tech and shifting consumer habits are reshaping the holidays.

RLC Global Forum Partners with EMARKETER to Create a Roadmap for the Future of Retail

A strategic partnership between RLC Global Forum and EMARKETER.
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2024 Shopping Trends: Physical Meets Digital

How Retail and Digital Channels Converge

Building Consumer Trust in a Disrupted World

6 Key Imperatives for Building Trust in Today’s Consumer Market
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A Shifting Landscape in US Consumers

Read interesting insights from McKinsey regarding optimism, economic volatility and consumers

RLC Global Forum Debuts in Riyadh

Shaping the Future of Global Retail

Navigating the New Consumer Landscape

4 Critical Approaches to Thrive in a Transforming Economy
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2024 CEO Summit: Innovate for Impact

Wharton School’s Baker Retailing Center and RLC Global Forum Announce Initial Speaker Lineup

Revitalizing New York’s Fashion Legacy

Key Strategies to Revive the City's Fashion Ecosystem

Integrating F&B in Retail: Beyond Food Courts

Integrating F&B beyond traditional food courts aims at offering a diverse range of dining options that cater to the evolving preferences of consumers.