Episode #16 - February Scoreboard & Deep Dive into Returns
Release Date: 03/05/2025
Episode #22 - August Trading Recap + Improving Labour Efficiency
The Retail Scoreboard
In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, breaks down the August 2025 trading results across the Australian retail sector. Drawing on anonymised data from over 100 top retailers, he highlights the trends shaping performance through the peak of winter and what they signal for the months ahead. Wayne also takes a deep dive into labour efficiency, exploring how retailers can use their data to identify hidden costs, streamline rosters, and improve productivity. From pinpointing inefficiencies to finding small savings that add up, he shares practical strategies to help...
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Episode # 21 - CPI Pressure & Pricing Power - July Trading Unpacked
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In Episode 21 of The Retail Scoreboard, Wayne Rigney – Co-Founder of the Retail Score – breaks down July's trading results and takes a forensic look at the role CPI is playing in shaping retail performance. From average transaction value to actual sale price, discounting strategies, and consumer sensitivity, Wayne uses anonymised data from 100+ leading retailers to reveal how inflationary pressure is impacting a number of KPI’s and behaviour across the sector. You’ll also hear insights on: Variation in price movement by category Whether discounting is driving sales or damaging value...
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Episode #20 - EOFY Special: FY25 Wrap-Up & What’s Ahead for Aussie Retail
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In this special episode, Wayne Rigney – Co-Founder of The Retail Score – recaps the key results from June and reflects on the broader performance of the Australian retail sector across FY25. Using anonymised data from over 100 leading retailers, Wayne unpacks major trends, sales insights by state and channel, and how return behaviours are shifting year on year. He also revisits the predictions he made at the start of FY25, measuring them against the data, and shares fresh forecasts for FY26. Want full access to The Retail Score Index and deeper insights from this episode? Head to...
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Episode #19 – May Scoreboard | U.S. Tariffs, Wage Rises & What’s Next for Aussie Retail
The Retail Scoreboard
In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, breaks down May 2025 retail performance across Australia using anonymised data from 100+ leading retailers. He unpacks the latest consumer trends, performance shifts by state and channel, and what’s happening with return rates. This month’s deep dive explores two major developments shaking up the sector: • The impact of rising U.S. tariffs on Australian retail supply chains and pricing • The national wage increase — and what it could mean for margins, spending, and the broader retail outlook Packed with insights and...
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Episode #18 - April Scoreboard | What the U.S Tariffs Mean for Australian Retail
The Retail Scoreboard
In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, unpacks the April 2025 retail sales performance across Australia, using anonymised data from over 100 leading retailers. He highlights the key trends driving consumer behaviour this season and offers forward-looking insights as we head further into 2025. This month’s deep dive focuses on U.S. tariff policies and their ripple effect on the Australian retail landscape — from supply chain pressures to pricing strategies. Wayne also breaks down performance by channel and state, tracks evolving return rates, and draws comparisons...
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Episode #17 - March Scoreboard | Store Network Rationalising is Accelerating
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In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, breaks down the March 2025 sales results across the Australian retail sector. Using anonymised data from over 100 top retailers, he highlights key trends, emerging challenges, and what they mean for the months ahead. Wayne also takes a deep dive into the accelerating pace of store rationalisation among Australian retailers. He explores the driving factors behind this shift, how it compares to global trends, and what it signals for the future of the industry. Want full access to The Retail Score Index and the insights from this...
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Episode #16 - February Scoreboard & Deep Dive into Returns
The Retail Scoreboard
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...
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Episode #15 - January Results + Growth Rates Varying Across Landlords & Postcodes
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In this episode, Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of The Retail Score, unpacks January’s sales results across the Australian retail industry. Using anonymised data from over 100 leading retailers, he highlights key trends shaping the season’s performance and offers insights into what’s ahead for 2025. Wayne also takes a deep dive into the data, analysing results by channel, state, postcode, and landlord to help retailers better understand the bigger picture. Want access to the full Retail Score Index and the insights shared in this episode? Visit to get involved.
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Episode #14 - Xmas/Boxing Day Recap. Strong Results for Many Retailers.
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Wayne Rigney, Co-Founder of the Retail Score, unpacks the standout results from the Christmas and Boxing Day sales period, showcasing the impressive performance of Australian retailers. Drawing from anonymised data from over 100 leading retailers, this episode offers valuable insights into the trends driving the season’s success and what we may expect in 2025.
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Black Friday Sales Results Are In: A Record for Australian Retail?
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Black Friday results are in and wow, they are encouraging. Finally, some green shoots for Australian retailers.
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