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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Bed Bath & Beyond parent plots a credit union and Express goes back to the ’90s
Neighborhood Intelligence hopes to simplify home ownership with the move. Meanwhile, the apparel retailer is tapping into nostalgia.
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Macy’s rolls out AI inventory replenishment tool
The forecasting capability is moving from pilot to broader implementation as the retailer targets improved in-stock levels and operational efficiencies.
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Beyond Yoga captures ‘highly engaged’ NYC customer base with new pop-up
After the success of its weeklong pop-up store in 2024, the brand set up another shop that will offer exclusive merchandise and activations through January.
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Deep DiveHow the retail crime bill could bolster ICE
Concerns are mounting that organized retail crime-fighting legislation, which passed the U.S. House and is now before the Senate, could drag retailers into mass deportations that have little to do with theft.
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Amazon boosts minimum hourly starting wage to $20
The e-commerce company increased pay by $1 an hour for full-time employees in core operations and added new grocery discounts.
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Toys R Us accelerates store openings in time for the holidays
The toy retailer is making a major brick-and-mortar push with 120 locations opening across the U.S.
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August retail sales jump 6.7% as big retailers take market share
Online sales grew over 10% year over year, and analysts say major players are attracting price-conscious shoppers away from smaller competitors.
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Nike eyes innovation with LVMH board pick
Alexandre Arnault, deputy CEO of Moët Hennessy, has “a reputation for helping iconic global brands evolve, innovate and grow,” Executive Chairman Mark Parker said.
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Jordan Brand debuts training equipment line
The brand is releasing a line of strength training products inspired by Michael Jordan, even as Nike says it is overindexed with its classic footwear franchises.
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Why SoHo is still a retail favorite
The New York neighborhood is seeing record low retail rental availability rates while some of the city’s other shopping corridors struggle.
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Allbirds’ IP owner snaps up Nasty Gal for $16M
Plans are to expand globally via licensing deals and partnerships. WSG Brands also acquired streetwear company Von Dutch two years ago.
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Target debuts style-focused apparel for store associates
In a move aimed at expanding its merchandising authority beyond customers, the new drop leveraged the retailer's renewed partnership with Isaac Mizrahi.
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How Carter’s is refreshing its brand to reach Gen Z, millennial parents
An identity overhaul, inclusive of a new logo and revamped social media strategy, is showcased in a campaign that is rooted in self-expression.
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Old Navy’s new subbrand is a big bet on activewear
The category has long been a strength at Gap Inc.’s value banner, and giving the assortment its own brand identity could propel that further.
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Dueling Amazon, Target October sales events return
With the holidays right around the corner, both retailers will hold deal days next month on everything from toys to groceries and apparel.
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Why Lowe’s chief marketer Jen Wilson added digital commerce to her portfolio
The addition of Lowes.com and Marketplace to a purview that includes retail media, loyalty and personalization speaks to the evolution of the marketer role.
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Target to open 8 stores in October
The new locations, including one in the Hamptons, are part of its strategic plan to launch over 300 new stores by 2035.
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DSW to test affordable luxury shop-in-shops
The Edit will debut at four existing locations this fall as the company looks to leverage the strength of its brand portfolio to bolster lackluster retail sales.
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Why Bonobos’ fall campaign centers on episodic content with Jack Quaid
Chief marketer Joe Berean details how the social-first series, “The Weekday Warrior Show,” showcases the retailer’s “wry smile” brand positioning.
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Target names chief marketing and guest experience officer
Mark Weinstein will be responsible for developing how consumers experience and connect with Target across channels, culture and community.
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Old Navy’s MrBeast deal boosts engagement amid bigger bet on creators
A back-to-school campaign with the top YouTuber is showing early promise, including a traffic bump, as the Gap Inc. retailer rewires its marketing.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Chewy’s sales jump and a retail exec turns politician
The pet retailer scored more than 7% net sales growth in the most recent quarter. Meanwhile, former Hudson’s Bay CEO Helena Foulkes could soon be Rhode Island’s governor.
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Kohl’s turns to Babies R Us as Sephora falters
The department store is bringing the brand to more stores and adding an exclusive collection. Meanwhile Sephora at Kohl’s sales are down this year.
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Amazon invests over $230M in benefits, pay for Whole Foods store employees
As the company continues to merge its operations with the specialty grocer, this next investment focuses on its frontline workers.
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Ace Hardware: ‘We’re in the business of building national brands’
The retailer introduced new ways brands can build awareness through its retail media network at its inaugural Upfront event in Chicago.
