Retail Sales Jump 10.3% Driven by Discount Campaigns: Retail Week

This week in retail: Mexican shoppers in 2025 are prioritizing service, consistency, and time savings over price, driving a 10.3% retail sales rise for ANTAD members in May and a 70% revenue boost for SMEs during Hot Sale.

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Mexican Buyers Favor Service, Time Savings Over Price in 2025

Buyers in 2025 are demanding more than product availability, according to a new report from SIMO Consulting on shifting consumer behavior in Mexico. They now prioritize value, consistency, and efficiency in purchasing experiences.

ANTAD Retail Sales Jump 10.3% in May, Boosted by Hot Sale, Demand

Retail sales among members of Mexico’s National Association of Self-Service and Department Stores (ANTAD) grew 10.3% year-over-year at the same-store level in May, marking the strongest May performance since 2022, when sales rose 11.3%.

Victoria’s Secret Urged to Revamp Board, Scrap Rights Plan

Activist investor Barington Capital Group has called on Victoria’s Secret to overhaul its board of directors and revoke a recently adopted shareholder rights plan, according to a letter sent to shareholders. The New York-based hedge fund criticized the company’s performance since its 2021 spin-off from L Brands, citing a loss of more than US$2.4 billion in shareholder value.

South Korea, China Beauty Brands Expand Rapidly in the West

Asian beauty brands, particularly from South Korea and China, are accelerating their global expansion, capturing a share of the US$677 billion global market in Western economies through innovative product development, savvy marketing, and strategic investments.

Mexican SMEs See 70% Revenue Growth in Hot Sale 2025

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Mexico reported a 70% revenue increase during the 2025 Hot Sale event compared to the previous year, according to Tiendanube, a leading Latin American e-commerce platform for SMEs.