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    The Backroom: Retailers creeping it real

    Halloween will drive $11.6 billion in spending this year. Plus, it’s fun!

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    The Container Store could file bankruptcy if Beyond equity deal fails

    Despite facing several challenges, turnaround efforts are gaining momentum, CEO Satish Malhotra said.

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    Wayfair to lay off 218 employees as it plans to close returns center

    Taking effect at the end of 2025, the move will also impact an outlet store as the company trims expenses.

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    5 retail horror stories of 2024

    From Youthforia’s problematic foundation shade range to Foxtrot’s abrupt shuttering, retailers have been the subject of some scary stories.

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    Estée Lauder appoints CEO

    Stéphane de La Faverie has been with the beauty giant since 2011 and succeeds Fabrizio Freda, who announced his retirement earlier this year.

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    Walmart+ annual membership fee slashed in half for the holidays

    The retail giant is also offering trial subscriptions as usual amid a Black Friday-Cyber Monday push ahead of an extra-short season.

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    Why some retail has been resilient against Amazon

    It's about the products — and the people.

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    In time for the holidays, Affirm updates its app

    Consumers made more purchases via BNPL platforms last holiday season. With the lingering impact of inflation, shoppers may do the same this year. 

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    Esprit US subsidiaries file for bankruptcy

    The Chapter 7 notices come in the wake of more than a dozen similar filings from Esprit Holdings affiliates around the world.

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    The Weekly Closeout: Kate Spade launches M&M’S collection and Nike extends partnership with NBA, WNBA

    The fashion company announced a sweet collaboration, while the athletics brand is signing on for another 12 years with the basketball associations. 

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    Draper James hires Michael Kors veteran as CEO

    New CEO Jeannie Yoo also stepped into an advisory role with Consortium Brand Partners, which took a majority stake in the brand a year ago.

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    Build-A-Bear appoints chief brand officer

    Kim Utlaut spent over 20 years in leadership roles at Coca-Cola, most recently serving as the general manager for franchise leadership. 

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    As the 118th Congress winds up its session, the National Retail Federation continues its push against retail crime

    The trade group is holding its third straight “Fight Retail Crime Day” amid ongoing questions surrounding the scope of shrink and theft.

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    Adidas reaches settlement with Ye as Yeezy inventory dwindles

    The brand says it has momentum, though some analysts wonder what will follow the current hype around its legacy Terrace styles.

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    Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions

    Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform. 

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    Let the ghoul times roll: Why retailers love Halloween

    Companies are engaging with the fall holiday earlier than ever. Because, as it turns out, Halloween is a big moneymaker. 

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    Product review videos to influence holiday shopping

    YouTube, Facebook and Instagram are the top social media platforms shoppers are using for research this season, according to a Circana report. 

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    Ross names new CEO

    James Conroy, who was previously the chief executive of Boot Barn, will succeed Barbara Rentler, effective Feb. 2. 

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    Deep Dive

    Why apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards

    The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.

  • Crocs lowers outlook as Heydude continues to drag down revenues

    The company is working to build Heydude’s brand awareness and momentum through influencer partnerships after a 17% revenue drop in Q3.

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    Macy’s taps actress Alison Brie for holiday campaign

    The spots, which depict Brie embodying the human version of the department store’s annual gift guide, will air across TV, digital and social channels.

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    Inside the Store: Sam’s Club unveils its store of the future

    Shoppers must use Scan & Go at the newly opened Dallas-area location, which boasts a large sushi island, pizza-making robot and more e-commerce fulfillment tools.

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    Target Thanksgiving meal feeds 4 for $20

    The retailer joins a slew of grocers that have rolled out holiday meal discounts in an effort to assuage consumer concern about food prices.

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    Party City taps Instacart for same-day delivery

    Customers can now get delivery in as fast as an hour from over 700 of the retailer’s stores across the country. 

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    The Weekly Closeout: Foot Locker partners with the Chicago Bulls, H&M pops up in New York

    The footwear retailer’s deal includes a series of community events, in-store activations and more, while the apparel retailer’s pop-up store runs for two months.