https://www.bizcommunity.com/1/87.html Global Retail news 15 Retail news - Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/res/img/logo.gif https://www.bizcommunity.com/1/87.html en-us Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:53:51 +0200 https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/barbie-brings-whitney-houstons-iconic-80s-style-to-life-412809a Whitney Houston’s influence on music and popular culture continues to reach new generations, and now one of her most memorable performances has been immortalised in a new collectible from Barbie. 1-270665 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 11:20:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/temu-helps-madagascar-vanilla-brand-expand-into-14-european-markets-634081a For many African producers, creating a premium product is only half the challenge. Reaching international consumers directly has traditionally been limited by high logistics costs, complex regulations and the expense of building overseas distribution networks. 1-270631 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:14:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/wpp-results-beat-analyst-forecasts-sees-shares-jump-up-745222a WPP has posted first-half results that beat analyst forecasts on revenue, organic growth and profit margins, leading to a jump of as much as 30.2% in WPP shares - its highest intraday level since September 2025. 1-270582 Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:26:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/cmos-struggle-with-fragmented-frankenstack-environments-and-integration-challenges-856173a Despite years of digital transformation spending, many organisations continue to struggle with fragmented data, disconnected workflows, underperforming technology stacks and limited cross-functional alignment. 1-270079 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:53:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/powerade-partners-with-bafana-bafana-captain-for-limited-fifa-world-cup-edition-620781a Powerade has unveiled its global football campaign, Power Your Fate– a rallying call for athletes and fans to believe that destiny is earned through preparation, grit and hydration, and as part of the local launch, has announced a partnership with Bafana Bafana captain and goalkeeping star, Ronwen Williams. 1-269731 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/limited-edition-oreo-and-bts-purple-cookies-land-in-sa-519690a The Oreo brand has partnered with global music phenomenon BTS for its first-ever worldwide snacking collaboration, introducing a limited-edition cookie that combines Korean-inspired flavours, fan engagement and cultural storytelling in a campaign spanning more than 80 markets, including South Africa. 1-269706 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:12:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/adidas-shifts-512m-global-media-account-to-new-agency-175556a Adidas has shifted its global media agency business, reportedly worth $512m, following a competitive pitch, that included Omnicom Media Group, WPP and Publicis Groupe, in the final pitch. 1-269608 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:54:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/global-effie-index-2025s-most-effective-marketers-brands-and-agencies-064375a The top-most effective marketers in the world, according to the 2025 Effie Index announced by Effie Worldwide, are Unilever, McDonald’s, AB In Bev, PepsiCo, and Nestlé. 1-269057 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/sa-features-in-first-shortlists-734522a The first Cannes Lions 2026 shortlists are out, with South Africa's Accenture Song and Edelman shortlisted. 1-268982 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:46:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global https://www.bizcommunity.com/article/creative-marketer-of-the-year-named-734702a AB InBev is the Cannes 2026 Creative Marketer of the Year, and the first company in Cannes Lions’ history to be honoured with the award for a third time. 1-268192 Mon, 18 May 2026 13:07:00 +0200 Bizcommunity Retail Global