Michael Baker

Michael Baker is a Sydney-based retail consultant and former head of research at the International Council of Shopping Centers.

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Why a major rent reset didn’t occur following the Covid-19 pandemic

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Why Nike’s China rebound is still up in the air

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Why local sportswear brands are taking off in China

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Southeast Asian retailer Shopee’s long path to profit: Are we there yet?

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