Australian retailers are facing a volatile retail environment, with monthly swings in spending and an enormous gulf in performance by sector and across states. Total spending slumped in the June quarter, but a solid performance in June and July suggests stronger momentum in  the September quarter.

New study released  reveals how consumer behaviours and expectations are changing and the key takeaways for businesses in the post-pandemic world. The new study from the Qualtrics Experience Management (XM) Institute titled "2021 Australian Consumer Trends" examined the perspectives of 1,000 consumers in Australia. It highlights how companies will need to rewrite their playbooks to deliver great online, in-person, and hybrid experiences to attract and retain loyal consumers.

One in four Australians say they will celebrate Halloween this year, with spending forecast to reach $430 million according to research from Australian Retailers Association (ARA) in collaboration with Roy Morgan.

Thousands of retailers across Victoria have already made the switch to more sustainable carry bags ahead of the ban on lightweight plastic shopping bags coming into force from this Friday.