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Analysis: Will Gen Z be filling their fridges from TikTok?.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Ordering groceries on our phones is quickly becoming the new norm thanks to the likes of Tesco’s Whoosh, Deliveroo, Uber Eats and TikTok Shop...

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Analysis: Will Gen Z be filling their fridges from TikTok?.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Ordering groceries on our phones is quickly becoming the new norm thanks to the likes of Tesco’s Whoosh, Deliveroo, Uber Eats and TikTok Shop...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Gymshark breaks £600m revenue barrier despite profit dip in FY24.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Gymshark has broken the £600m revenue barrier for the first time, posting £607.3m in sales for the year ending 31 July 2024, up from &poun...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Vinted profit triples, driven by second-hand boom and Europe-wide growth.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Second-hand marketplace Vinted has reported a sharp rise in revenue and profits for 2024,...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Primark UK sales hit by consumer caution as international markets drive growth.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Primark’s performance in the UK and Ireland has been impacted by ongoing cautious consumer sentiment, with sales falling 4% in the 16 weeks lead...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Adidas posts strong profits but cautions US tariffs could push up prices.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Adidas has reported a better-than-expected start to 2025, with a rise in both sales and profits — but warned that rising tariffs on imports into...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

In pictures: Inside Zara’s new Silverburn Glasgow store

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Zara has opened its new store at Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow today (20 March)....

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Asda slashes thousands of prices by up to 45% as supermarket price war intensifies

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Asda is reinforcing its commitment to value by slashing prices on over 1,500 popular family products...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

JD trebles store size at Meadowhall shopping centre

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Meadowhall shopping centre has unveiled a trio of deals with JD, Superdrug and Ann Summers, with the brands increasing their store sizes to a combined...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Watch: M&S kicks off spring with ‘Love That’ ad campaign

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

M&S has unveiled its latest fashion campaign, ‘Love That,’ designed to capture the uplifting energy of spring and inspire customers to...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Westfield London to open dedicated wellness zone

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Westfield London is to open its first dedicated destination for health and wellness brands and services, marking "a major milestone in the centre&rsqu...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

In pictures: Adidas unveils new elevated premium A-Type line

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Adidas is introducing the A-Type, a new line featuring premium, elevated versions of its products with an emphasis on craftsmanship under its lifestyl...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Aldi extends ParalympicsGB sponsorship to 2032

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Aldi has extended its partnership with ParalympicsGB until 2032, with the tie-up now spanning a full decade....

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One in ten shop floor workers expected to leave retail by 2028 warns RJA

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

One in ten shop floor workers are expected to exit retail by 2028, campaign group the Retail Jobs Alliance (RJA) has warned....

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River Island: Ben Lewis rejoins as CEO as executive chair steps down

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

River Island has announced that Richard Bradbury is stepping down from his role as executive chair due to personal reasons....

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Data: Retail sales show solid growth in January despite stormy weather

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Retail sales in the UK increased by 2.6% year on year last month, according to the latest BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor....

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Boots reveals key beauty trends set to shape 2025

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Boots has unveiled its fifth annual Beauty Trends Report, spotlighting six key trends expected to dominate the beauty industry in 2025....

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Dunelm CEO to retire as digital success drives solid sales growth

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Dunelm has reported positive interim results for the 26 weeks to 28 December 2024, , reflecting both growth and strategic progress despite a challengi...

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Online spending up in January but shoppers defer payments

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Online spending in the UK nudged up during January, following year on year growth in December....

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The Best Festive Pop-ups 2024 – Part 1

By Insider Trends on December 20th 2024 at 09:06 am

Pop-ups are becoming something of a festive tradition - so much so, we’ve had to split our list of favourites into two parts. Read on for vintag...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Retail Theft Has Soared 90% vs. Pre-Pandemic: What Does the Future of Loss Prevention Look Like?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Organized retail crime is exploding. What can be done to halt retail theft?...

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Gen Z May Save the Shopping Mall: How Can Mall Stores Attract Younger Consumers?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Members of Gen Z enjoy shopping with friends at the mall for various reasons. What can mall retailers do to appeal to this demographic?...

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Interview: How Ikea plans to take on eBay and Facebook with its resale marketplace

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Ikea is doing marketplace differently with its new peer-to-peer resale platform, and is vying to take on eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Retail Gazette...

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Uniqlo appoints renowned British designer as new creative director

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Uniqlo has named British designer Clare Waight Keller as its new creative director, who was previously appointed as the brand's designer of the Uniqlo...

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Burberry names former Gucci exec as new CMO

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Burberry has named former Gucci CMO Jonathan Kiman as its new chief marketing officer, who is due to step up to the plate on 9 September....

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John Lewis submits £80m plan for 215 rental homes in Reading

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

John Lewis Partnership has submitted a planning application to build 215 rental homes in Reading as part of its property venture....

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Harrods trains staff to tackle sexual harassment amid rising crime

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Harrods has been training staff to intervene if shoppers are sexually harassed, in response to rising violence against women in public spaces....

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Primark launches Swap Shop pop-ups

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Primark is launching its first Swap Shop initiative for customers to exchange pre-loved and vintage clothing in its stores....

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Aldi to create 1,000 new store jobs before 2025

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Aldi is set to create 1,000 jobs in new stores across the UK between now and the end of the year....

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In pictures: Harrods relaunches own-brand during 175th anniversary celebrations

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Harrods has relaunched its luxury own-brand label as it celebrates '175 years of exceptional'....

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Primark unveils adaptive clothing partnership with Victoria Jenkins

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Primark has teamed up with disability advocate Victoria Jenkins to introduce more adaptive clothing to its stores, following the brand's first adaptiv...

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Lidl to invest £1.5bn in British beef production

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Lidl is investing £1.5bn into its British beef production over the next five years as part of its commitment to source 100% British beef....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Under Armour agrees to $340m settlement in shareholder lawsuit

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

Under Armour is to pay out $434m (£343m) to resolve a 2017 class action lawsuit that alleged the sportswear giant misled shareholders about its ...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

John Lewis launches eco-friendly clothing overhaul with new circular collection

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

John Lewis has unveiled an environmental overhaul of its clothing range, addressing the concerns of Brits frustrated with fabric that shrinks or bobbl...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Frasers pitches Asos, Boohoo and Currys to use its credit offer

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

Frasers Group is vying to take on Klarna with its 'buy now, pay later' product Frasers Plus, as it pitches some of the retailers it has acquired stake...

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PrettyLittleThing deactivates customer accounts due to high returns

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

PrettyLittleThing has deactivated some customer accounts due to "unusual high returns activity” with those impacted turning to social media to b...

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Ted Baker: US stores and website close following UK collapse

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

Ted Baker has closed its North-American shops and website amid the chain's collapse into administration....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Aldi ‘hammers down on prices’ as it slashes cost of fruit and veg

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

Aldi has lowered the prices on over 45 fruit and veg products...

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The retail park revolution: Why Primark, Hotel Chocolat and Lush are flocking to the format

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

As Primark opens its new Teesside Park shop and Hotel Chocolat says all new stores in its pipeline will open on retail parks, we look at why the forma...

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Zalando improves profitability due to lower fulfilment costs

By Retail Gazette on May 7th 2024 at 13:42 pm

Zalando has reported “improved” profitability during its first quarter as its updated strategy starts to bear fruit....

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The Fragrance Shop sales surge as expansion plans pay off

By Retail Gazette on May 7th 2024 at 13:42 pm

The Fragrance Shop has enjoyed a bumper year boosted by new shop openings....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Gymshark breaks £600m revenue barrier despite profit dip in FY24.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Gymshark has broken the £600m revenue barrier for the first time, posting £607.3m in sales for the year ending 31 July 2024, up from &poun...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Vinted profit triples, driven by second-hand boom and Europe-wide growth.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Second-hand marketplace Vinted has reported a sharp rise in revenue and profits for 2024,...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Primark UK sales hit by consumer caution as international markets drive growth.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Primark’s performance in the UK and Ireland has been impacted by ongoing cautious consumer sentiment, with sales falling 4% in the 16 weeks lead...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Adidas posts strong profits but cautions US tariffs could push up prices.

By Retail Gazette on April 29th 2025 at 10:17 am

Adidas has reported a better-than-expected start to 2025, with a rise in both sales and profits — but warned that rising tariffs on imports into...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

In pictures: Inside Zara’s new Silverburn Glasgow store

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Zara has opened its new store at Silverburn shopping centre in Glasgow today (20 March)....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Asda slashes thousands of prices by up to 45% as supermarket price war intensifies

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Asda is reinforcing its commitment to value by slashing prices on over 1,500 popular family products...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

JD trebles store size at Meadowhall shopping centre

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Meadowhall shopping centre has unveiled a trio of deals with JD, Superdrug and Ann Summers, with the brands increasing their store sizes to a combined...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Watch: M&S kicks off spring with ‘Love That’ ad campaign

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

M&S has unveiled its latest fashion campaign, ‘Love That,’ designed to capture the uplifting energy of spring and inspire customers to...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Westfield London to open dedicated wellness zone

By Retail Gazette on March 22nd 2025 at 12:25 pm

Westfield London is to open its first dedicated destination for health and wellness brands and services, marking "a major milestone in the centre&rsqu...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

In pictures: Adidas unveils new elevated premium A-Type line

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Adidas is introducing the A-Type, a new line featuring premium, elevated versions of its products with an emphasis on craftsmanship under its lifestyl...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Aldi extends ParalympicsGB sponsorship to 2032

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Aldi has extended its partnership with ParalympicsGB until 2032, with the tie-up now spanning a full decade....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

One in ten shop floor workers expected to leave retail by 2028 warns RJA

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

One in ten shop floor workers are expected to exit retail by 2028, campaign group the Retail Jobs Alliance (RJA) has warned....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

River Island: Ben Lewis rejoins as CEO as executive chair steps down

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

River Island has announced that Richard Bradbury is stepping down from his role as executive chair due to personal reasons....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Data: Retail sales show solid growth in January despite stormy weather

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Retail sales in the UK increased by 2.6% year on year last month, according to the latest BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Boots reveals key beauty trends set to shape 2025

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Boots has unveiled its fifth annual Beauty Trends Report, spotlighting six key trends expected to dominate the beauty industry in 2025....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Dunelm CEO to retire as digital success drives solid sales growth

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Dunelm has reported positive interim results for the 26 weeks to 28 December 2024, , reflecting both growth and strategic progress despite a challengi...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Online spending up in January but shoppers defer payments

By Retail Gazette on February 11th 2025 at 14:24 pm

Online spending in the UK nudged up during January, following year on year growth in December....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

The Best Festive Pop-ups 2024 – Part 1

By Insider Trends on December 20th 2024 at 09:06 am

Pop-ups are becoming something of a festive tradition - so much so, we’ve had to split our list of favourites into two parts. Read on for vintag...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Retail Theft Has Soared 90% vs. Pre-Pandemic: What Does the Future of Loss Prevention Look Like?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Organized retail crime is exploding. What can be done to halt retail theft?...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Gen Z May Save the Shopping Mall: How Can Mall Stores Attract Younger Consumers?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Members of Gen Z enjoy shopping with friends at the mall for various reasons. What can mall retailers do to appeal to this demographic?...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Interview: How Ikea plans to take on eBay and Facebook with its resale marketplace

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Ikea is doing marketplace differently with its new peer-to-peer resale platform, and is vying to take on eBay and Facebook Marketplace. Retail Gazette...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Uniqlo appoints renowned British designer as new creative director

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Uniqlo has named British designer Clare Waight Keller as its new creative director, who was previously appointed as the brand's designer of the Uniqlo...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Burberry names former Gucci exec as new CMO

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Burberry has named former Gucci CMO Jonathan Kiman as its new chief marketing officer, who is due to step up to the plate on 9 September....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

John Lewis submits £80m plan for 215 rental homes in Reading

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

John Lewis Partnership has submitted a planning application to build 215 rental homes in Reading as part of its property venture....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Harrods trains staff to tackle sexual harassment amid rising crime

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Harrods has been training staff to intervene if shoppers are sexually harassed, in response to rising violence against women in public spaces....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Primark launches Swap Shop pop-ups

By Retail Gazette on September 4th 2024 at 10:14 am

Primark is launching its first Swap Shop initiative for customers to exchange pre-loved and vintage clothing in its stores....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Aldi to create 1,000 new store jobs before 2025

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Aldi is set to create 1,000 jobs in new stores across the UK between now and the end of the year....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

In pictures: Harrods relaunches own-brand during 175th anniversary celebrations

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Harrods has relaunched its luxury own-brand label as it celebrates '175 years of exceptional'....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Primark unveils adaptive clothing partnership with Victoria Jenkins

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Primark has teamed up with disability advocate Victoria Jenkins to introduce more adaptive clothing to its stores, following the brand's first adaptiv...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Lidl to invest £1.5bn in British beef production

By Retail Gazette on July 23rd 2024 at 13:28 pm

Lidl is investing £1.5bn into its British beef production over the next five years as part of its commitment to source 100% British beef....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Under Armour agrees to $340m settlement in shareholder lawsuit

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

Under Armour is to pay out $434m (£343m) to resolve a 2017 class action lawsuit that alleged the sportswear giant misled shareholders about its ...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

John Lewis launches eco-friendly clothing overhaul with new circular collection

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

John Lewis has unveiled an environmental overhaul of its clothing range, addressing the concerns of Brits frustrated with fabric that shrinks or bobbl...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Frasers pitches Asos, Boohoo and Currys to use its credit offer

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

Frasers Group is vying to take on Klarna with its 'buy now, pay later' product Frasers Plus, as it pitches some of the retailers it has acquired stake...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

PrettyLittleThing deactivates customer accounts due to high returns

By Retail Gazette on June 24th 2024 at 09:33 am

PrettyLittleThing has deactivated some customer accounts due to "unusual high returns activity” with those impacted turning to social media to b...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Ted Baker: US stores and website close following UK collapse

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

Ted Baker has closed its North-American shops and website amid the chain's collapse into administration....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Aldi ‘hammers down on prices’ as it slashes cost of fruit and veg

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

Aldi has lowered the prices on over 45 fruit and veg products...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

The retail park revolution: Why Primark, Hotel Chocolat and Lush are flocking to the format

By Retail Gazette on May 24th 2024 at 15:34 pm

As Primark opens its new Teesside Park shop and Hotel Chocolat says all new stores in its pipeline will open on retail parks, we look at why the forma...

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

Zalando improves profitability due to lower fulfilment costs

By Retail Gazette on May 7th 2024 at 13:42 pm

Zalando has reported “improved” profitability during its first quarter as its updated strategy starts to bear fruit....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

The Fragrance Shop sales surge as expansion plans pay off

By Retail Gazette on May 7th 2024 at 13:42 pm

The Fragrance Shop has enjoyed a bumper year boosted by new shop openings....

NEWS IN THE INDUSTRY

JD Sports debut first store in the Middle East

By Retail Gazette on May 7th 2024 at 13:42 pm

JD Sports has launched its first store in the Middle East, opening doors to a shop at Bahrain's Marassi Galleria Mall....

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Can AI Sorting Tools Empower a Resale Renaissance?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Will AI sorting tools be successful in unlocking even greater value in the resale market?...

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Can Amazon Haul Evade Tariffs To Outperform Temu and SHEIN?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Despite some rising hopes that a U.S.-China trade deal can be struck, tariffs and the closure of the de minimis loophole are set for May 2. Will this ...

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Are Digital Twins a Game Changer for Stores?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

At the University of Arizona’s Lundgren Consumer Science Lab, students wearing Meta Quest 3 headsets explore how store layouts impact shopper be...

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Are Discounts and Sales the Best Way To Improve Flagging Consumer Appetite for Snack Foods?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Despite everyone generally sharing an interest in snack foods, American consumers appear to be losing interest in purchasing from this category, at le...

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How Will Weight-Loss Drugs Reshape Grocery Aisles?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Research continues to show users of GLP-1 drugs are cutting back on processed foods, but food makers still largely see minimal impact from the weight-...

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Should Old Navy Be Selling Special Occasion Dresses?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Taking on the fast-fashion chains, Old Navy has quietly introduced a range of special occasion dresses. What will be critical for Old Navy to find suc...

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Should AI Be Used To Respond to Customer Reviews?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Two years in a row, a blind test found that a majority of consumers prefer responses to online reviews from businesses created by AI rather than a hum...

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DoorDash Partners With Klarna To Offer Buy Now, Pay Later Options for Customers To Finance Delivery Orders

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Klarna has partnered with DoorDash to offer buy now, pay later options on delivery orders. Will this move prove mutually beneficial to both companies?...

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75% of Amazon Shoppers Are Women, and the Retailer Boasts a 99% Repeat Rate: Can Amazon Continue To Grow?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Amazon posts an impressive 99% repeat rate and 86% household penetration. Where are the opportunities for growth?...

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Can Go Grocer Deliver on Its National Ambitions?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Chicago-based Go Grocer will be bringing its urban grocer and C-store model to Florida, with plans to expand nationwide. How would you rate its expans...

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AI-Driven E-Commerce Traffic Soars 1,200%: Is GenAI Adoption the Future of Online Retail?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

GenAI is driving increased traffic to U.S. e-commerce sites. Will AI-driven sales become the standard when it comes to online retail?...

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The Future of the American B Mall (and Other Grades) Remains in Flux as Fortunes Diverge

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

American shopping malls are awarded different letter grades based on performance. What about America's B malls?...

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Who Won This Year’s Super Bowl Ad Contest?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

This year’s Super Bowl ads showcased celebrities, tapped into nostalgia, and aimed for laughs. Which one did you think was the best?...

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Super Bowl Shaping Up To Be the Next American Holiday, at Least as Far as Omnichannel Sales Are Concerned

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be a massive retail event aside from the game itself. Is the big game becoming an omnichannel shopping holiday?...

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Is Elevated Pay a Core Driver of Costco’s Success?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Costco recently announced plans to give its associates another raise. How important is keeping hourly pay a step above competitors as an ingredient be...

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Peloton Makes Something of a Recovery With Mixed Earnings, Has a ‘Steep Hill To Climb’ To Reach Profitability

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Peloton is struggling to regain its footing after the end of the pandemic. Can its new CEO turn things around?...

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Will Anything Beat 7-Eleven’s ‘Free Pizza’ Super Bowl Deal?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Standing out among a plethora of food deals arriving ahead of the Super Bowl, 7-Eleven is offering a free pizza with customers’ first order on t...

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The End of De Minimis: What Do New Tariff Rules Mean for Temu, SHEIN, and Other Chinese E-Tailers?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

With Chinese e-tailers facing not only the imposition of the tariffs themselves but also the closing of the de minimis exemption, how might Temu, SHEI...

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Are Expectations for E-Commerce Performance Rising?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Customer satisfaction with online retailers has dipped slightly. What are the obvious and less obvious pain points still around the online shopping ex...

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Pepsi Pivots to Healthier Snacks as North American Sales Slow: Will It Work?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

PepsiCo has suffered a sales slump in North America. Can a pivot to healthier products pay off?...

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Does Instacart Need a Super Bowl Ad?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Joining DoorDash and Uber Eats, Instacart is rolling out its first Super Bowl commercial with the goal of turning the delivery platform into more of a...

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Should Inventories Be Pulled Ahead Over Tariff Threats?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Costco is among retailers and vendors already accelerating inventory arrivals as a short-term solution to minimize exposure to President-elect Donald ...

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US Auto Sales Expected To Have Banner Year in 2025: Will EVs Gain Ground?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Auto sales across America are picking up steam. Will a Trump administration change things?...

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Vera Wang Says ‘I Do’ to Private-Equity-Backed Firm

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Vera Wang, the iconic wedding dress brand self-financed since its founding in 1990, reached an agreement to be sold to WHP Global. Do you see more ben...

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McDonald’s Tests New ‘On the Go’ Restaurant: Are Fast-Food Dining Rooms on Borrowed Time?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

McDonald's is opening a new location focused on drive-thru, mobile orders, and lockers. Is the dining room a vestigial feature in today's fast-food bu...

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Sheetz and IONNA To Launch 50 EV ‘Rechargeries’ by 2026: Are Fuel Retail Stores Positioned for Success?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Sheetz has partnered with IONNA to boost EV capabilities. What does the future hold for c-store fuel retailers?...

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Is Chick-fil-A the Fast-Food Chain To Beat?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Chick-fil-A seems to be maintaining a lead in the fast-food industry without much of a hitch. How do its recent innovations reflect broader trends in ...

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Should More Brands Find Partners in the Sports Industry?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

This past month saw many brands announcing partnerships with athletes and entities in the sports industry, even if the retail brands themselves weren'...

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Why Are So Many Limited-Edition Food Brand Collaborations Arriving?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Coca-Cola and OREO became the latest iconic food and beverage brands to collaborate on two new, limited-edition food and beverage products inspired by...

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Should 7-Eleven Accept Circle K’s Takeover Bid?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Circle K, owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard, has proposed a $38 billion bid to acquire 7-Eleven, potentially marking the largest foreign takeover in J...

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Should Workers Have the ‘Right to Disconnect’?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Australia became the latest country to give employees the “right to disconnect” outside their standard working hours to support work-life ...

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Should Other Retailers Offer New Franchisee Incentive Packages Like Batteries Plus?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Batteries Plus is launching an impressive incentive package valued at over $107,000 to attract new franchisees who commit to opening a store by the en...

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Should Burberry Give Up Its Luxury Aspirations?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Some analysts believe that Burberry should abandon its push to move upmarket to join Gucci, Dior, Prada, and other pure luxury brands and instead sett...

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Why Is Social Media Driving Gen Z’s Gift Discovery?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

A number of recent surveys confirm that social media has become the go-to place for Gen Zers looking for holiday gifts. Will Gen Zers continue to leve...

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How Do You Get Over Post-Vacation Blues?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

A survey from MyBioSource found that instead of feeling recharged and refreshed, 42% of Americans dread coming back to work after time off. What advic...

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Can Hallmark+ and Its Retail Benefits Compete With Other Streaming Services?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Hallmark recently announced the launch of Hallmark+, a new streaming service and membership program, set to debut in mid-September. With Hallmark+ ble...

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Is Slow Fashion in the Slow Lane?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Several Democratic representatives have introduced a Slow Fashion Caucus initiative aimed at limiting waste and pollution from the fast-fashion indust...

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Is Starbucks Paving the Way for Mainstream Walk-Out Cashierless Stores?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Starbucks has upgraded its two New York cafes that use Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, enhancing the smartphone experience for customers and simpli...

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How Will Fender and Bluecore Shape the Musical Instruments Industry?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Bluecore has announced a new partnership with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation to enhance customer growth and retention. In what ways can data-d...

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Etsy Takes on Mass Production in ‘Keep Commerce Human’ Campaign

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Promoting the value of unique, high-quality handmade products over cheaper, mass-produced items from SHEIN, Amazon, and others, Etsy launched a &ldquo...

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Can AI Sorting Tools Empower a Resale Renaissance?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Will AI sorting tools be successful in unlocking even greater value in the resale market?...

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Can Amazon Haul Evade Tariffs To Outperform Temu and SHEIN?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Despite some rising hopes that a U.S.-China trade deal can be struck, tariffs and the closure of the de minimis loophole are set for May 2. Will this ...

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Are Digital Twins a Game Changer for Stores?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

At the University of Arizona’s Lundgren Consumer Science Lab, students wearing Meta Quest 3 headsets explore how store layouts impact shopper be...

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Are Discounts and Sales the Best Way To Improve Flagging Consumer Appetite for Snack Foods?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Despite everyone generally sharing an interest in snack foods, American consumers appear to be losing interest in purchasing from this category, at le...

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How Will Weight-Loss Drugs Reshape Grocery Aisles?

By RetailWire on April 29th 2025 at 10:38 am

Research continues to show users of GLP-1 drugs are cutting back on processed foods, but food makers still largely see minimal impact from the weight-...

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Should Old Navy Be Selling Special Occasion Dresses?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Taking on the fast-fashion chains, Old Navy has quietly introduced a range of special occasion dresses. What will be critical for Old Navy to find suc...

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Should AI Be Used To Respond to Customer Reviews?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Two years in a row, a blind test found that a majority of consumers prefer responses to online reviews from businesses created by AI rather than a hum...

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DoorDash Partners With Klarna To Offer Buy Now, Pay Later Options for Customers To Finance Delivery Orders

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Klarna has partnered with DoorDash to offer buy now, pay later options on delivery orders. Will this move prove mutually beneficial to both companies?...

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75% of Amazon Shoppers Are Women, and the Retailer Boasts a 99% Repeat Rate: Can Amazon Continue To Grow?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Amazon posts an impressive 99% repeat rate and 86% household penetration. Where are the opportunities for growth?...

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Can Go Grocer Deliver on Its National Ambitions?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

Chicago-based Go Grocer will be bringing its urban grocer and C-store model to Florida, with plans to expand nationwide. How would you rate its expans...

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AI-Driven E-Commerce Traffic Soars 1,200%: Is GenAI Adoption the Future of Online Retail?

By RetailWire on March 22nd 2025 at 12:32 pm

GenAI is driving increased traffic to U.S. e-commerce sites. Will AI-driven sales become the standard when it comes to online retail?...

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The Future of the American B Mall (and Other Grades) Remains in Flux as Fortunes Diverge

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

American shopping malls are awarded different letter grades based on performance. What about America's B malls?...

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Who Won This Year’s Super Bowl Ad Contest?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

This year’s Super Bowl ads showcased celebrities, tapped into nostalgia, and aimed for laughs. Which one did you think was the best?...

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Super Bowl Shaping Up To Be the Next American Holiday, at Least as Far as Omnichannel Sales Are Concerned

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Super Bowl LIX is shaping up to be a massive retail event aside from the game itself. Is the big game becoming an omnichannel shopping holiday?...

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Is Elevated Pay a Core Driver of Costco’s Success?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Costco recently announced plans to give its associates another raise. How important is keeping hourly pay a step above competitors as an ingredient be...

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Peloton Makes Something of a Recovery With Mixed Earnings, Has a ‘Steep Hill To Climb’ To Reach Profitability

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Peloton is struggling to regain its footing after the end of the pandemic. Can its new CEO turn things around?...

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Will Anything Beat 7-Eleven’s ‘Free Pizza’ Super Bowl Deal?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Standing out among a plethora of food deals arriving ahead of the Super Bowl, 7-Eleven is offering a free pizza with customers’ first order on t...

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The End of De Minimis: What Do New Tariff Rules Mean for Temu, SHEIN, and Other Chinese E-Tailers?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

With Chinese e-tailers facing not only the imposition of the tariffs themselves but also the closing of the de minimis exemption, how might Temu, SHEI...

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Are Expectations for E-Commerce Performance Rising?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Customer satisfaction with online retailers has dipped slightly. What are the obvious and less obvious pain points still around the online shopping ex...

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Pepsi Pivots to Healthier Snacks as North American Sales Slow: Will It Work?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

PepsiCo has suffered a sales slump in North America. Can a pivot to healthier products pay off?...

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Does Instacart Need a Super Bowl Ad?

By RetailWire on February 11th 2025 at 14:35 pm

Joining DoorDash and Uber Eats, Instacart is rolling out its first Super Bowl commercial with the goal of turning the delivery platform into more of a...

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Should Inventories Be Pulled Ahead Over Tariff Threats?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Costco is among retailers and vendors already accelerating inventory arrivals as a short-term solution to minimize exposure to President-elect Donald ...

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US Auto Sales Expected To Have Banner Year in 2025: Will EVs Gain Ground?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Auto sales across America are picking up steam. Will a Trump administration change things?...

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Vera Wang Says ‘I Do’ to Private-Equity-Backed Firm

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Vera Wang, the iconic wedding dress brand self-financed since its founding in 1990, reached an agreement to be sold to WHP Global. Do you see more ben...

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McDonald’s Tests New ‘On the Go’ Restaurant: Are Fast-Food Dining Rooms on Borrowed Time?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

McDonald's is opening a new location focused on drive-thru, mobile orders, and lockers. Is the dining room a vestigial feature in today's fast-food bu...

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Sheetz and IONNA To Launch 50 EV ‘Rechargeries’ by 2026: Are Fuel Retail Stores Positioned for Success?

By RetailWire on December 20th 2024 at 10:45 am

Sheetz has partnered with IONNA to boost EV capabilities. What does the future hold for c-store fuel retailers?...

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Is Chick-fil-A the Fast-Food Chain To Beat?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Chick-fil-A seems to be maintaining a lead in the fast-food industry without much of a hitch. How do its recent innovations reflect broader trends in ...

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Should More Brands Find Partners in the Sports Industry?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

This past month saw many brands announcing partnerships with athletes and entities in the sports industry, even if the retail brands themselves weren'...

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Why Are So Many Limited-Edition Food Brand Collaborations Arriving?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Coca-Cola and OREO became the latest iconic food and beverage brands to collaborate on two new, limited-edition food and beverage products inspired by...

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Should 7-Eleven Accept Circle K’s Takeover Bid?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Circle K, owned by Alimentation Couche-Tard, has proposed a $38 billion bid to acquire 7-Eleven, potentially marking the largest foreign takeover in J...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Should Workers Have the ‘Right to Disconnect’?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Australia became the latest country to give employees the “right to disconnect” outside their standard working hours to support work-life ...

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Should Other Retailers Offer New Franchisee Incentive Packages Like Batteries Plus?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Batteries Plus is launching an impressive incentive package valued at over $107,000 to attract new franchisees who commit to opening a store by the en...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Should Burberry Give Up Its Luxury Aspirations?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

Some analysts believe that Burberry should abandon its push to move upmarket to join Gucci, Dior, Prada, and other pure luxury brands and instead sett...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Why Is Social Media Driving Gen Z’s Gift Discovery?

By RetailWire on September 4th 2024 at 12:19 pm

A number of recent surveys confirm that social media has become the go-to place for Gen Zers looking for holiday gifts. Will Gen Zers continue to leve...

GLOBAL TRENDS

How Do You Get Over Post-Vacation Blues?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

A survey from MyBioSource found that instead of feeling recharged and refreshed, 42% of Americans dread coming back to work after time off. What advic...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Can Hallmark+ and Its Retail Benefits Compete With Other Streaming Services?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Hallmark recently announced the launch of Hallmark+, a new streaming service and membership program, set to debut in mid-September. With Hallmark+ ble...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Is Slow Fashion in the Slow Lane?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Several Democratic representatives have introduced a Slow Fashion Caucus initiative aimed at limiting waste and pollution from the fast-fashion indust...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Is Starbucks Paving the Way for Mainstream Walk-Out Cashierless Stores?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Starbucks has upgraded its two New York cafes that use Amazon's Just Walk Out technology, enhancing the smartphone experience for customers and simpli...

GLOBAL TRENDS

How Will Fender and Bluecore Shape the Musical Instruments Industry?

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Bluecore has announced a new partnership with Fender Musical Instruments Corporation to enhance customer growth and retention. In what ways can data-d...

GLOBAL TRENDS

Etsy Takes on Mass Production in ‘Keep Commerce Human’ Campaign

By RetailWire on July 23rd 2024 at 14:35 pm

Promoting the value of unique, high-quality handmade products over cheaper, mass-produced items from SHEIN, Amazon, and others, Etsy launched a &ldquo...

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Is Good American Reshaping the In-Person Retail Experience?

By RetailWire on June 24th 2024 at 10:20 am

Recognizing the need to differentiate itself in a competitive retail landscape, Good American embarked on creating a store environment that mirrors it...

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