Episode #16 - February Scoreboard & Deep Dive into Returns

In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, breaks down the February 2025 sales results across the Australian retail sector. Drawing on anonymised data from over 100 top retailers, he identifies key trends shaping the season's performance and shares insights on what's ahead for 2025. Wayne also delves into the data, examining results by channel and state, as well as analysing return trends over recent years. He compares these patterns with the U.S. market and offers practical strategies for retailers to make smarter, data-driven decisions in managing returns. Want full access to The Retail Score Index and the insights from this episode? Visit www.theretailscore.com to get involved.