Last week saw the release of Brand Finance's Top 50 most valuable South African brands, as well as the opening of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Cape Town. If you missed the fashion shows, check out some of the creations from KLuK CDGT's collection here. While a lack of sales is an obvious reason for the failure of small businesses, Brad Sugars looks at the reasons behind poor trade. Speaking of sales, Woolworths has finally been granted the unconditional purchase of the Australian Country Road brand. And finally, in research, Philips has released its research report on eating trends and favourite foods during Iftar, throughout the month of Ramadan. Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim readers!
Shan Radcliffe, Group Head - Retail (@Biz_Retail)
Image: KLuK CDGT show at the opening night of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2014 at the CTICC.

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