IGDS connects, informs and supports leading department stores worldwide. We are the world's largest department store association.
Key Facts about the Industry
# of visitors per year:
> 1bn
Estimated global sales:
€350bn p.a.
# of employees worldwide:
450'000
IGDS has a Centenarian – Great Retail Leader
We are very proud to celebrate the 100th birthday of our IGDS member Ambassadord Tantoco, a visionary leader who started a small retail business with his wife 69 years ago and developed it into a diversified group now managed successfully by his family’s 2nd and 3rd generations.
News
COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 epidemic is now affecting the entire world and its population. The impact of the outbreak to the department store industry and its stakeholders is significant and stressful.
From IGDS Members
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Nordstrom
Rag & Bone Deli Pop-Up at Nordstrom
The neighbourhood deli is an authentic part of New York City living, and it grew even more important to the urban landscape during the...
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Stockmann
Stockmann's Q1 Results
Stockmann, who also owns the Lindex chain, said its consolidated revenue fell 7.1% currency-neutral in the first three months of the...
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Rinascente
Rinascente Renovating Historic Roman Store
After the most recent revamping of its locations in Turin and Florence, Rinascente has kicked off the restoration plan of its unit on...
From the Industry
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Macy's to upgrade Herald Square
Macy’s Inc. has renewed its commitment to its Herald Square flagship with $235mn of private investment in the surrounding neighbourhood....
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New Chocolate Hall at Harrods
Having been undergoing an extensive makeover of its Food Halls for the last four years, the final part of the project was revealed last...
IGDS Intercontinental Network
Department Store Awards
During our international open-enrolments events, we celebrate the best achievements and performances by department stores and their personnel.
The GDSS and WDSF Awards are the reference for the industry.
Our Global Events
Our Summit and Forum provide a unique platform for department stores CEOs, senior executives and major stakeholders to meet and exchange ideas.
