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RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Business
- RTÉ News
IKEA bets on online growth in China with JD.com launch
Swedish budget furniture retailer IKEA opened a digital store on Chinese ecommerce platform today, as it expands its presence on third-party online shopping sites in China to draw in new customers with cut-price products. Western retailers are experimenting with new formats and channels to take a bigger slice of China's highly competitive ecommerce market, as the government expands policies meant to revive consumer spending. IKEA, known for wooden book shelves and beds, launched a 2,999 yuan ($417.50) gaming chair and 3,999 yuan gaming desk specially for - much more expensive offerings than its top-selling BILLY bookcase priced at 249 yuan. But IKEA also plans to offer special discounts to mark the opening of the store which will sell 6,500 products, and use logistics network to deliver to homes. is the second Chinese ecommerce platform IKEA has joined, after opening a store on Alibaba's Tmall in March 2020. "We will continue the great work we are doing (on Tmall), but now we are also adding as another channel to reach and acquire customers," said Tolga Oncu, retail operations manager at Ingka Group, the biggest IKEA franchiser, which runs IKEA stores in China. One in five new IKEA customers in China came from Tmall in the last financial year and that trend is going up, according to the company. IKEA has also expanded its store network in China, with three new openings since September 1 last year, bringing the total number to 40. The launch is part of a 6.3 billion yuan ($877.03million) investment Ingka plans in China by 2027. IKEA entered China in 1998 and the country was for several years in its top five markets by revenue, but has shrunk. China's share of Ingka Group's overall sales has been flatlining, at 3.5% of global sales in the 2023-2024 financial year and 3.6% in 12 months before that. Ingka will report results for its 2024-2025 financial year, which ends on August 31, in October.
Business Times
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Times
Ikea bets on online growth in China with JD.com launch
[LONDON] Swedish budget furniture retailer Ikea opened a digital store on Chinese ecommerce platform on Friday (Aug 8), as it expands its presence on third-party online shopping sites in China to draw in new customers with cut-price products. Western retailers are experimenting with new formats and channels to take a bigger slice of China's highly competitive ecommerce market, as the government expands policies meant to revive consumer spending. Ikea, known for wooden bookshelves and beds, launched a 2,999 yuan (S$536.70) gaming chair and 3,999 yuan gaming desk specially for – much more expensive offerings than its top-selling BILLY bookcase priced at 249 yuan. But Ikea also plans to offer special discounts to mark the opening of the store which will sell 6,500 products, and use logistics network to deliver to homes. is the second Chinese ecommerce platform Ikea has joined, after opening a store on Alibaba's Tmall in March 2020. 'We will continue the great work we are doing (on Tmall), but now we are also adding as another channel to reach and acquire customers,' said Tolga Oncu, retail operations manager at Ingka Group, the biggest Ikea franchiser, which runs Ikea stores in China. BT in your inbox Start and end each day with the latest news stories and analyses delivered straight to your inbox. Sign Up Sign Up One in five new Ikea customers in China came from Tmall in the last financial year and that trend is going up, according to the company. Ikea has also expanded its store network in China, with three new openings since September one last year, bringing the total number to 40. The launch is part of a 6.3 billion yuan investment Ingka plans in China by 2027. Ikea entered China in 1998 and the country was for several years in its top five markets by revenue, but has shrunk. China's share of Ingka Group's overall sales has been flatlining, at 3.5 per cent of global sales in the 2023-2024 financial year and 3.6 per cent in 12 months before that. Ingka will report results for its 2024-2025 financial year, which ends on Aug 31, in October. REUTERS
Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Who are Billy Ray Cyrus' ex-wives Firerose, Tish and Cindy?
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COUNTRY music legend Billy Ray Cyrus has been married three times. During Easter 2025, Liz Hurley shared a snap of the two kissing, seemingly going Insta-official with their relationship. Here we have a look at the Achy Breaky Heart star's exes. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Liz Hurley shared a picture of her and Billy Ray Cyrus kissing on Instagram Liz Hurley shared an image of herself and Billy Ray Cyrus enjoying a kiss while wishing her Instagram followers a Happy Easter. The snap sent fans into a wild frenzy of speculation over whether the pair are in fact an item. Here we take a look at Billy Ray's ex-wives. Cindy Smith (1986 - 1991) Cindy Smith was Billy Ray Cyrus' first wife — their relationship predated his rise to international stardom. read more on billy ray cyrus BILLY BACKED Damian Hurley's reaction to mom Liz's 'romance' with Billy Ray Cyrus revealed The couple married during the early years of his music career in 1986, but divorced after five years together in 1991. Unlike his later relationships, little is known about Billy Ray's time with Cindy — she prefers to stay out of the public spotlight. Cindy and Billy Ray co-wrote songs together including Wher'm I Gonna Live? and Some Gave All. Both tracks appeared on his 1992 debut album, which shares the same title as the latter of the two. Despite their creative collaboration, their marriage ended before Billy Ray achieved major stardom with his worldwide smash hit Achy Breaky Heart. Cindy has maintained a private life ever since the split over three decades ago. Tish Cyrus (1991 - 2022) 3 Billy Ray Cyrus and Tish raised five kids together Credit: Getty Tish Cyrus-Purcell (born Leticia Finley) is Billy Ray's second wife. The pair met in 1991 and married in December 1993, shortly after Billy Ray's breakthrough as a country music star. Over their nearly 30-year marriage, Tish and Billy Ray raised a family of five children: Miley, Noah, and Braison — as well as Brandi and Trace, whom Billy Ray adopted from Tish's previous relationship. She played a significant role in managing the careers of their children, especially Miley Cyrus, who went on to become a global superstar. Billy Ray and Tish filed for divorce multiple times over the years, but reconciled each time. That is until they separated in 2022, with their divorce finally finalized in 2023. Tish listed "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for her split from Billy Ray. The couple admitted: "We have grown up together, raised a family we can be so proud of, and it is now time to create our own paths." Firerose (2021 - 2024) 3 Billy Ray and Firerose met on the set of Hannah Montana Credit: Instagram Born Johanna Rose Hodges, Firerose is Billy Ray Cyrus' third wife. They first met in 2012, while Billy was on the set of Hannah Montana. The two stayed in touch over the years and eventually got together wit the Australian singer-songwriter. The pair began working together musically in 2021, with their professional partnership quickly blossoming into romance and Forerose moving into Billy Ray's Tennessee farm in the summer of 2022. Their engagement came shortly after they started living together, and they wasted no time in getting married, holding the ceremony in October 2023. In an Instagram post shortly after the wedding, the two called their special day "the most perfect, ethereal celebration of love we could have ever imagined." However, their union quickly unraveled, with Billy Ray filing for divorce in May 2024, just months after their wedding. The divorce was contentious, with Billy Ray accusing Firerose of fraud and inappropriate marital conduct, while Firerose alleged domestic abuse. Their divorce was finalized in August 2024.
Scottish Sun
21-04-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
I was quoted £6.5k for a built-in office – I did it myself using IKEA buys & people can't believe how good it looks
The woman saved more than £5,750 thanks to the bargain buys WHAT AN IKEA I was quoted £6.5k for a built-in office – I did it myself using IKEA buys & people can't believe how good it looks Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A CASH-SAVVY woman has left people gobsmacked after sharing her epic DIY office. Facebook user Gemma Charnley revealed she had been quoted an eye-watering £6.5k to make a built-in office in her home. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The woman saved more than £5,750 thanks to the bargain buys Credit: FACEBOOK/Ikea tips, hacks and more! 2 To complete the fabulous office space, Gemma added the viral BILLY bookcases on top Credit: FACEBOOK/Ikea tips, hacks and more! But rather than forking out the astronomical sum, the money-smart woman decided to get crafty - and instead, used affordable IKEA buys for the jaw-dropping room makeover. To give the space a brand new look and make it functional as an office, Gemma snapped up several items from the popular Swedish retailer. To create a makeshift table, the shopper used kitchen furniture from the ENHENT collection where you can find cabinets with shelf doors for as little as £65. Meanwhile, for the table surface, the savvy IKEA customer used a gorgeous SÄLJAN worktop with a stunning oak effect. read more on homes PATI-NO Landscape pro reveals key mistake Brits make when picking paving slabs A little over 73 inches of the kitchen/office essential will set you back £60 - and it's already gleaming in dozens of five-star reviews on the brand's website. To complete the fabulous office space, Gemma added the viral BILLY bookcases on top, giving her plenty of room for storing books, photos and other decor. Fellow IKEA fans can purchase the simple yet classic bookcases for as little as £35, making it the perfect pick for those on a budget. However, Gemma didn't stop there - as she also spruced up the room with a lick of lilac paint, giving the room more character and a cosy atmosphere. She told DIY lovers on the popular Ikea tips, hacks and more! page: ''I was quoted £6.5k from a fitted furniture company for something similar so we did it ourselves with ikea stuff. ''Bases are Enhet kitchen, Saljan worktop and Billy bookcases on top. RTE Cheap European Homes property hunter left gushing at 'unique' spanish villa ''The build was really easy, hardest part was all the prep for painting.'' The post also included several snaps of the jaw-dropping makeover, with Gemma having a comfortable chair to do her work in, a computer and all the other essentials to get through the work day. 'It's absolutely delightful' Since being shared online, the epic glow-up has already taken the internet by storm, winning the woman a whopping 1.6k likes. Hottest home trends for 2025 Renovations expert Andy Simms, from revealed the hottest interior design trends for this year. COLOUR DRENCHING Colour drenching involves using your colour across walls and ceilings to maximise the impact and create the illusion of a bigger space - doors, radiators, and even furniture won't escape the paint job if you want the full effect. Brown, terracotta, beige - once the preserve of the 70s, earthy colours have been slowly gaining popularity. Similarly, bold greens and blues are also making a return, with the intention of colour drenching rooms. STATEMENT WALLPAPER Wallpaper divides designers, with some loving it and others preferring painted walls. 2025 will see a resurgence of wallpaper, and the bolder the better. For small spaces, such as downstairs loos or studies, choose a bold print and ignore any concerns about making the space look smaller. For larger spaces, consider a stunning mural theme. BROKEN LIVING PLAN Open plan living has been popular for over a decade now, but while it hasn't quite had its day, many are returning to smaller, functional spaces - with a twist. 'Broken plan' is when a bigger space is cut into various parts using screens, archways, crittal-style windows and doors or textured glass. Amazed by the difference, more than 170 people flooded to comments to praise Gemma, with some asking for tips. One wondered: ''How did you make the top look built in? I'm wanting to do the same.'' To this, Gemma explained: ''[I] measured the gaps and had MDF strips cut at B&Q to cover them.'' ''This looks brilliant!'' someone else told Gemma, who estimated she'd spent ''less than £750'' in total. ''How anyone could quote 6.5k to do something like what you have done needs reporting! Absolute con artist and daylight robbery at that price!'' a Facebook user couldn't believe the quote. ''It's absolutely delightful,'' a fourth was stunned.
The Irish Sun
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Irish Sun
I was quoted £6.5k for a built-in office – I did it myself using IKEA buys & people can't believe how good it looks
A CASH-SAVVY woman has left people gobsmacked after sharing her epic DIY office. Facebook user Gemma Charnley revealed she had been quoted an eye-watering £6.5k to make a 2 The woman saved more than £5,750 thanks to the bargain buys Credit: FACEBOOK/Ikea tips, hacks and more! 2 To complete the fabulous office space, Gemma added the viral BILLY bookcases on top Credit: FACEBOOK/Ikea tips, hacks and more! But rather than forking out the astronomical sum, the money-smart woman decided to get crafty - and instead, used affordable IKEA buys for the jaw-dropping room makeover. To give the space a brand new look and make it functional as an office, Gemma snapped up several items from the popular Swedish retailer. To create a makeshift table, the shopper used kitchen furniture from the ENHENT collection where you can find cabinets with shelf doors for as little as £65. Meanwhile, for the table surface, the savvy IKEA customer used a gorgeous SÄLJAN worktop with a stunning oak effect. read more on homes A little over 73 inches of the kitchen/office essential will set you back £60 - and it's already gleaming in dozens of five-star reviews on the brand's website. To complete the fabulous office space, Gemma added the viral BILLY bookcases on top, giving her plenty of room for storing books, photos and other Fellow IKEA fans can purchase the simple yet classic bookcases for as little as £35, making it the perfect pick for those on a budget. However, Gemma didn't stop there - as she also spruced up the room with a lick of lilac paint, giving the room more character and a cosy atmosphere. Most read in Fabulous She told DIY lovers on the popular page: ''I was quoted £6.5k from a fitted furniture company for something similar so we did it ourselves with ikea stuff. ''Bases are Enhet kitchen, Saljan worktop and Billy bookcases on top. RTE Cheap European Homes property hunter left gushing at 'unique' spanish villa ''The build was really easy, hardest part was all the prep for painting.'' 'It's absolutely delightful' Since being shared online, the epic glow-up has already taken the internet by storm, winning the woman a whopping 1.6k likes. Hottest home trends for 2025 Renovations expert Andy Simms, from COLOUR DRENCHING Colour drenching involves using your colour across walls and ceilings to maximise the impact and create the illusion of a bigger space - doors, radiators, and even furniture won't escape the paint job if you want the full effect. Brown, terracotta, beige - once the preserve of the 70s, earthy colours have been slowly gaining popularity. Similarly, bold greens and blues are also making a return, with the intention of colour drenching rooms. STATEMENT WALLPAPER Wallpaper divides designers, with some loving it and others preferring painted walls. 2025 will see a resurgence of wallpaper, and the bolder the better. For small spaces, such as downstairs loos or studies, choose a bold print and ignore any concerns about making the space look smaller. For larger spaces, consider a stunning mural theme. BROKEN LIVING PLAN Open plan living has been popular for over a decade now, but while it hasn't quite had its day, many are returning to smaller, functional spaces - with a twist. 'Broken plan' is when a bigger space is cut into various parts using screens, archways, crittal-style windows and doors or textured glass. Amazed by the difference, more than 170 people flooded to comments to praise Gemma, with some asking for tips. One wondered: ''How did you make the top look built in? I'm wanting to do the same.'' To this, Gemma explained: ''[I] measured the gaps and had MDF strips cut at B&Q to cover them.'' ''This looks brilliant!'' someone else told Gemma, who estimated she'd spent ''less than £750'' in total. ''How anyone could quote 6.5k to do something like what you have done needs reporting! Absolute con artist and daylight robbery at that price!'' a Facebook user couldn't believe the quote. ''It's absolutely delightful,'' a fourth was stunned.
