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Deep DiveHudson Yards: New York City's latest retail playground
The Shops & Restaurants at Manhattan's luxe shopping center has finally arrived. But, is this innovation or just another mall?
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Framebridge steps into brick and mortar with DC store
It's the first permanent location for the DTC custom framing company, but another is already slated to open next month in Bethesda, Maryland.
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H&M to phase out cashmere amid sustainability push
The fast-fashion retailer is dropping the luxe fabric until its supply chain meets the company's environmental and animal welfare standards.
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Brandless expands health and wellness assortment
This is the latest in a series of category expansions, following a move into pet and baby earlier this year.
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ColumnRetail Therapy: Williams-Sonoma interrupts Easter dinner plans
In an attempt to take all the sentiment out of preparing family meals, the retailer is selling a $250 complete dinner for the holiday.
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Judge dismisses Marble Ridge suit against Neiman Marcus
A Texas judge on Tuesday concluded that the lawsuit regarding Neiman Marcus' transfer of its MyTheresa business lacked "subject matter jurisdiction."
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DSW changes corporate name to Designer Brands Inc.
The company also revealed a three-year strategic plan to build exclusive brands through its Camuto Group tie-up.
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With private brands, Amazon plays the long game
Contrary to recent reports, competitors probably shouldn't count on the idea that the e-retailer's private and exclusive labels are struggling.
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73% of online shoppers click on Amazon product ads while browsing
Nearly 90% of all consumers and 96% of Prime members are more likely to purchase from the e-commerce giant than other sites, according to a new report by Feedvisor.
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Counterfeit goods total $509B, 3.3% of global trade and growing
The e-commerce boom has created a greater circulation of small parcels — a "growing conduit for counterfeit goods," according to the OECD.
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Deep Dive10 top retail executives on the state of the industry
The role of a chief executive requires vision above all else. At Shoptalk, execs from Gap, Macy's, Nordstrom, Lowe's and a host of disruptors offered insights from a unique industry perch.
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Shopko to liquidate
The Wisconsin-based retailer will close the remainder of its stores after failing to find a buyer.
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Birchbox breaks out of $10 flat rate with price hikes
The beauty subscription box service is introducing a tiered pricing structure related to its loyalty program.
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Deep DiveThe running list of 2019 bankruptcy victims
Z Gallerie, a home decor retailer, is among the latest to file, with plans to close 17 stores and be out of Chapter 11 in four months.
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Victoria's Secret reintroduces swimwear
The brand had said that its decision to remove the category three years ago negatively impacted comp sales.
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Michaels losing market share in crafts
With the closure of its two other banners behind it, the retailer has work to do to yank back sales from competitors.
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Podcast
Conversational Commerce: Here's what retailers are talking shop about in 2019
Here's our take on everything you need to know about Shoptalk and how those conversations will shape the rest of the year.
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ThredUP: Resale will reach $51B in 5 years
About nine in 10 retail executives want to get into resale by next year, per the resale marketplace's annual report.
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Only 7% of retailers offer a shared cart across channels
Omnichannel is evolving toward real-time shopping experiences, but most retailers are hesitating, according to a study by BRP.
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Deep DiveIs home goods the next retail sector ripe for disruption?
As retailers push for new technology adoption, supply chain optimization and a digital focus, the space is being redefined and rearranged.
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Walmart sparks social media upset after cutting price-matching
The chain's app-based Savings Catcher program will end on May 14, with the company stating that it already offers the lowest price on most items.
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Instagram launches in-app checkout with 20 major brands
Adidas, Nike, H&M and Kylie Cosmetics are among the names leveraging the feature as the platform continues to elevate its commerce ambitions.
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Deep DiveAirport retail has a long runway — for the right brands
Luxury goods, vending machines, bookstores, beauty products: Everything is fair game in the high flying world of airport retail. And the tech industry is about to up the stakes again.
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Study: 93% of companies with a personalization strategy boost revenue
A brand's willingness to invest in personalization impacted its financial success in 2018, according to new research.
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CTO adds 'controls and support' as Stitch Fix grows into a mature, public company
Cathy Polinsky's first step was doubling the size of her team so it could support, rather than constrain, the burgeoning business.
