Department Stores: Page 2

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    Macy’s to cut 3.5% of its workforce, close 5 mall anchors

    The moves come as Tony Spring prepares to take the reins from CEO Jeff Gennette, who said a year ago that store closures were mostly complete.

    By • Jan. 18, 2024
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    7 retail trends to watch in 2024

    From economic pressures weighing on consumers to relocating stores away from malls, here’s what’s on retailers’ minds heading into the new year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 8, 2024
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    The Backroom: Doug Stephens’ retail predictions for 2024

    The retail and branding expert discusses the state of the consumer, the habits companies should leave behind in 2023 and what lies ahead in the new year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 28, 2023
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    Why Macy’s investors reportedly offered $5.8B to take the department store private

    The company’s real estate, and not its retail operations, are likely motivating the offer, which the would-be suitors may be willing to increase.

    By • Dec. 11, 2023
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    Sears is a shell of its former self. So why is it reopening some stores?

    The retailer, which once boasted some 3,500 stores, has slowly whittled down its footprint. But recent openings likely don’t signal a turnaround.

    By • Dec. 6, 2023
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    Macy’s taps new chief marketing officer

    Incoming CEO Tony Spring, in one of his first executive appointments, has turned to ex-Caesars Entertainment CMO Sharon Otterman.

    By • Nov. 28, 2023
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    Nordstrom pushes Rack expansion as full-line fleet contracts

    Analysts question the emerging dependence on an off-price business that is struggling to compete in an otherwise thriving segment.

    By • Nov. 22, 2023
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    Kohl’s president, COO exits after less than a year

    Dave Alves took on the roles this spring.

    By • Nov. 20, 2023
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    Macy’s defies expectations in Q3 as margins improve

    Sales fell and profits plummeted as customers remain cautious about spending, but the department store's report wasn’t as bad as many feared.

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Macy’s introduces early holiday deals

    The retailer is running Black Friday events throughout November, and stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Neiman Marcus preps for the holidays with Christmas Book, Fantasy Gifts

    As it courts high-end shoppers, the department store will also host in-store experiences like White Elephant parties and breakfast with Santa events.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 26, 2023
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    Inside J.C. Penney’s holiday marketing strategy

    On the heels of a new $1 billion turnaround plan, the retailer’s seasonal push includes paid creators, video ads and a “Penney Prepper” challenge.

    By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 25, 2023